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The Senggigi Beach

Muhlis Adiatma — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:42:40 +0000

Visiting the Senggigi Beach Area offers an opportunity to explore one of the main centers of Lombok’s tourism scene, which has been developing for many years. Senggigi is known as one of the pioneers of modern tourism on Lombok Island while still maintaining its coastal character and the warm hospitality of the local community.

Along the Senggigi area, visitors can discover several beaches, each offering a different character and atmosphere. Some are ideal for enjoying the sunset, while others feature relatively calm waters suitable for relaxing with family. There are also areas with coral reefs that are popular for snorkeling, as well as smaller beaches that offer a quieter and more natural atmosphere.

The area remains lively from morning until night. During the day, visitors can enjoy beach activities and watersports. As afternoon approaches, Senggigi becomes one of the favorite spots for watching the sunset. In the evening, restaurants, cafés, and entertainment venues along the main road bring the area to life.

With comprehensive tourism facilities and ongoing efforts by the local government and community to maintain the environment, the Senggigi Beach Area provides a comfortable destination for a wide variety of travel experiences.

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Bayan Beleq Ancient Mosque

VisitNTB — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:25:50 +0000

Bayan Beleq Ancient Mosque is the most iconic religious, cultural, and ancient historical destination in North Lombok Bayan Village, Bayan District, North Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara. It beautifully blends the early traces of Islamic civilization with traditional Sasak architecture. As the first and oldest mosque on Lombok Island, dating back to the 16th century, this protected national heritage site serves as a deeply revered spiritual center for the indigenous community. It perches atop a small hill at the foot of Mount Rinjani, enveloped in a serene, rustic countryside atmosphere.

Access to this site is very easy since it is located right on the edge of the main northern Lombok ring road tourism route. The 1.5-hectare cultural heritage complex sits on a small hilly area. Upon arrival, visitors are immediately greeted by the landscape of traditional Sasak stilt houses (kampu) and lush, shady trees all around.

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The Mandalika

VisitNTB — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 23:38:48 +0000

The Mandalika is one of the leading tourism areas located in Central Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara. This area offers a variety of tourism potential, ranging from beautiful beaches and hills to the cultural richness of the local community. In addition to its natural attractions, The Mandalika has also been developed as a sport tourism destination with the presence of an international racing circuit. The combination of natural attractions, cultural heritage, and tourism activities makes The Mandalika an appealing destination for both domestic and international tourists.

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Sukarara Village

VisitNTB — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:20:52 +0000

Sukarara Village is one of the villages located in the sub-district Jonggat, Central Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara Province. This village known as one of the center craft weaving Sasak tradition that is still maintained by the community in a way hereditary activities weave No only become part from life and culture society, but also become one potential supportive economy life inhabitant.

Sukarara Village offer experience tour a culture rich in traditions and wisdom local Sasak people. This village known as one of the center weaving traditional that up to now Still preserved and inherited from generation to generation. Tourists can see in a way direct manufacturing process cloth weaving use tool traditional, familiar various motifs and patterns typical, as well as interact with the craftsmen local.

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