Lombok Tourism Places

MERU TEMPLE

Meru Temple

Pura Meru Temple, the largest temple in Lombok, is situated on the town border between Mataram and Cakranegara. The temple was constructed in the year, 1720 and is dedicated to the Holy Trinity of the Hindus, Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma. According to Hinduism, Lord Shiva or Lord Siwa is the Destroyer of the Universe, Lord Vishnu is the Preserver of the Universe and Lord Brahma is the Creator of the Universe. Pura Meru Temple complex has three courtyards, which have small Meru shrines, but the shrines of the Holy Trinity are in the central courtyard. For a somber and reverential visit to this temple, spend some time in peace and solitude.

SENGGIGI

Senggigi beach

The main of tourism place on Lombok Island is Senggigi, with white sandy beaches, small palm-fringed bays and safe swimming areas, The point at central Senggigi has good waves for surfers, There are various foreign and local restaurants that offering international and local foods, cafes and entertainment venues. These all are available along the main Senggigi road.

BATU BOLONG TEMPLE

Batu bolong

Is a temple on rocky point which just into the sea. The rock on which its seats has a natural hole, giving the temple its name (which literally means ‘rock with hole’. Being a Balinese Temple, it’s oriented toward Gunung Agung, Bali’s holiest mountain, across the Lombok Strait.

NARMADA TEMPLE

Narmada

To understand why this temple complex was so important in the Balinese scheme of things, one has to understand the place of Mt. Rinjani in Indonesian lives. This is one of the highest peaks in Indonesia and an active volcano, the last time it erupted was about two years ago. The mountain is very revered by the locals and the crater lake, Seggara Anak Lake, which is just below the rim is believed to have healing powers, just as the numerous hot springs which dot the slopes to the mountain. Here people come from near and afar to offer offerings to the majestic mountain and the lake in hope of a cure to their various ailments. Legend has it that the aged and ailing monarch found it difficult to climb the mountain and offer his homage.  Narmada Taman Temple Complex lies at six miles east of Cakranegara and was built in 1727 during the reign of King Anak Agung Gede Ngurah Karang Asem. It is situated near the famous Narmada Park. The architecture of this temple is very interesting as there is a mix of three distinct styles, Hindu, Islam and Sasak. The whole outlay is a miniature of the mountain and the crater lake. Narmada is a sacred river in India and the temple in the complex, Pura Kalasa, is still the center of Balinese Pujawali celebration. Pura Kalasa is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The whole complex is very beautiful and you can spend some peaceful hours here but the weekends see hordes of crowds. The visiting hours are from seven in the morning to six in the evening.

LINGSAR TEMPLE

LIngsar

Pura Lingsar Temple is Lombok’s holiest temple and it was built in 1714. It was built by the Balinese when they first crossed over to the island, but it was also reconstructed with the help of Sasak Muslims as a symbol of unity. So this temple blends Balinese Hindu religion and Wektu Telu religions in one complex. Wektu Telu is the religion that was practiced by the Lombok natives before Balinese advent. Pura Lingsar Temple is interesting on quite a number of counts. The Hindu temple is in the northern section and the Wektu Telu is in the southern section of the temple. The northern section is on an elevated level than the southern section and such differentiation will definitely make those interested in Wektu Telu delve even deeper to find answers to such riddles.  Pura Lingsar Temple, Lombok has a small temple pond. This pond is enclosed and the temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The pond has innumerable holy eels which cannot be seen with just leaning over the water, they have to be lured out of their hidings with fragments of hard boiled eggs. There are stalls outside the temple selling eggs. To enter the temple one has to wear a sarong or a sash, but it is advisable not to enter any of the outer buildings. This temple sees some joyous occasions. Perang Topat is held in mid December every year, this is a ritual battle where after the costumed parade, Hindus and Wektu bombard each other with ketupat, that is, sticky rice in coconut leaves. Therefore a mid December visit to Lombok will allow one to be a witness to such festivals.

KARANG BAYAN and NYIUR BAYA

Bayan

Sasak traditional village which is situated on the hill side with a fresh and peaceful atmosphere , where there are typical Sasak House : Bale Balak ( living house) with a short door , thatched roof .
A two km walk passing through terraced rice field provides a mountain view and the soft sound of running river welcome you to stay in this town . Basket items are made of mountain weed in traditional style are available here.

KUTA BEACH and TANJUNG AAN BEACH

Kuta beach

A 10 km magnificient deserted golden beach with green palm leaves weave far behind offers an ideal and private site to satisfy yourself with sea and sun ray. Your vacation in Lombok would remain incomplete without a visit to this beach.

GILI NANGGU , GILI AIR , MENO AND TRAWANGAN

3 gili

A tiny islands with wonderful scenery and beautiful sea garden and underwater life shore offshore with white sandy beach.
It’s true the gilies do have a lot of coral , that’s why they have so much fish , and their blue coral is famous in its
Own right .the gilies also have the odd wreck or two and clear water and blue variety – but more than 3,500 species of fish is the real attraction.

SINDANG GILE and TIU KELEP WATERFALLS

Sindang gile

Senaru’s best known attraction is the the Sindang Gile Waterfall which attracts many thousands of Indonesian and foreign visitors annually . Located at about 600m above sea level . More adventurous , Senaru’s second waterfall Tiu Kelep is another hour’s walk upriver from sindang gile.

RINJANI

Rinjani

Mount Rinjani on the island of Lombok stands at 3726 above sea level . Both Balinese and the local Sasak consider the volcanoes as sacred . in addition ,the thermal hot pools that flow from its volcanic centre are said to have immense healing properties.