Traveling to Lombok

Lombok, the famed island situated in West Nusa Tenggara of Indonesia, is a quaint backpackers paradise. Located in the vicinity of Bali, this tourist hotspot is fast gearing up to become one of the most coveted getaways. An ideal retreat in to the lap of nature, this majestic island is dotted with numerous attractions. It has something in store for everyone, catering to the shopaholics palate as well as the party hopper's. All you gastronomes can sample some delectable delicacies, that are dished out by eateries. Dig into sumptuous Chinese and Indonesian fares that will leave your taste buds asking for more. Besides, you can also sample scrumptious tit bits.

Shopping in Lombok vouches to be a memorable one. Flecked with innumerable shopping joints, you can take your pick from an assortment of wares on display. Gift yourself an entirely new wardrobe or stack your bags with beautiful collector's items, on sale, in the bustling marketplaces of Lombok. Indigenous art and craft are on display and you can lay your hands upon lovely baskets, vibrant weaves and brilliant pottery among a host of others. Lombok's potters have carved out a niche for themselves in the whole world. The true connoisseur makes a beeline for Banyumulek of Lombok, to lay their hands on these splendid handcrafted artifacts. The region located in the western part of Lombok, scores a brownie point with tourists, who troop to its pristine environs all round the year. Cashing in on the tourism boom, the Government is pulling out all stops to woo backpackers to its lovely locales. You can master the craft of pottery by paying visit to Banyumulek, where you can catch glimpses of the potters, immersed in their craft, providing for a perfect photo opportunity. The colorful pots come in variegated shapes and sizes and they are among the most sought after souvenirs of Lombok. These pots are guaranteed to lend a whole new look to your cozy den. So, on your trip to Lombok, a visit to this lovely tourist joint is a must.

So, pack your bags, draw up your itinerary, and make a dash for this amazing destination.

Mataram is the capital of Lombok. The town actually consists of four different towns Ampenan, Mataram, Cakranegara (Cakra) and Sweta. Ampenan has most of city sights, including Negeri Nusa Tenggara Barat museum, which gives a good overview of the culture of Lombok. Cakra is the best place for eating, sleeping and shopping. It also has the Water Palace, which is worth a visit and the largest temple of Lombok, Meru Purse. Mataram is the administrative centre and Sweta the transport connection of the whole island.

As a center of government administration, Mataram has many large, impressive public buildings and substantial houses. The city also has transportation and shopping facilities. The main square is used for art exhibitions, theater, dance, and wayang kulit (puppet theater) performances. In other parts of Mataram, there are a variety of old-style markets and neighborhoods featuring traditional craftwork like basketware and gold- and silver-threaded sarongs, or wraparound garments.

There are lots of woodcraft centres in Lombok, but it's apparent that Labuapi village has the biggest productivity. The village itself has approximately 42 units of industry centre and accommodate 350 workers with product capacity of 24.900 pieces annually. There are various items produced here. Wood-masks, seashell decorated boxes, indigenous Lombok statues, wood-plates, and the many kinds of wall decoration of wood etc. The interestsants may include the visit to this village in half-day or full-day sightseeing.

Sekarbela Village is to Lombok what Celuk and Mas Village are to Bali. It is the centre of silver and goldsmith of Lombok. Nowadays, as this island is getting more popular with its pearl productions, hence the village is better known as the pearl centre. People can easily buy pearl jewelleries in silver or gold bounding; plenty of jewellery-shops line the main roadsides of this village. It is located at some two kilometres from Mataram to the South.

Pura Meru is the largest Hindu Temple in Lombok and it is dedicated to the Trimurti, the Hindu Trinity of Brahma, Shiva and Wisnu. The Pura symbolises the universe and has three courts. The first one is the hall with 'Bale Kul-Kul' a wooden bell beaten to call the Hindu people from the surrounding areas to ceremony. The second court is provided with two buildings where people may arrange their offerings such as fruits and flowers. The innermost is the centre court where three Merus and thirty-three smaller shrines are available. It is located in Cakranegara, and it was built in 1720.

This village is one of the handicrafts centres of Lombok. Many kinds of Lombok handicrafts are produced in this village, such as the various items of woodcarvings, boxes of plaited elephant-grass, woods, bamboos and barks of trees. Antique souvenirs also can be found, such as old Lombok keris-daggers, antique weavings of various origins, porcelains etc. Visitors can easily shop and buy those things at the many souvenir-shops and handicrafts-centres of this village. It is located at some two kilometres from Cakranegara to the North.

These mountain resorts are situated in East Lombok featuring greenery and breathtaking views. Tetebatu provides walking paths through sawah (paddy field) and ladang (dry field) heading to preserved forest where communities of black-monkeys and rare species of birds can be seen. The art performance at Loanggali will impress you throughout the whole set of traditional dances acted by the locals. Timbenuh highland offers a vantage point from which half of Lombok with its panoramic views can be observed, and also the scenic spectacles, which extend across the Alas Strait to Sumbawa Island.
On the way to Lemor you will pass the grave of Rajah Selaparang the King of the first Moslem Kingdom of Lombok and that one of his daughter Princes Dewi Anjani, the Empress of all refined creatures inhabiting Mt. Rinjani, Lemor then awaits your discovery.

It is an isolated village, situated at more than a hundred kilometres to the north of Mataram, located in the middle high-land, surrounded by mountains, with the towering peak of Rinjani Volcano offering an endless beauty in the background. The village stands still, on its own, complete with its unchanged traditions performed in every aspect of daily life.
To become one of the gateways to climb Mt. Rinjani, this village provides mountain climbers some simple home-stays, porters and tourist information centre.

The most of Lombok south coasts offer the surf-seekers challenging waves of various grades. We have spotted out four surf-points, which are highly recommended for our surf lovers. Within the Lombok Kuta Beach we reserve two points, namely Gerupuk that provides neutral waves, and Aik Guling provided mostly for the left-handed. Several kilometres to the West of Kuta Beach we have found Pengantap desert point that provides various grades of attractions, but it is ideal only during the periods of June, July, August, December and January. Our next attraction is at Ekas Beach that reserves challenging waves and reef-break-point, reachable by boat or by land from Kuta Beach in approximately one and half hour cruise.

There are two 18-hole golf courses have been developed in Lombok. Namely Rinjani Golf Country Club, which is located in Peresak Village, near Narmada, 30 minutes drive from Mataram or 45 minutes from Senggigi; and Lombok Golf Kosaido Country Club, which is located in Sire Beach, approximately 45 minutes drive from Senggigi or Mataram. Both courses offer international standard services, complete with golf club and restaurants. You can just come and play, compete with your friends for joys and funs, or exercise your skills by challenging the course's obstacles for your future championship.

Tanjung Luar Village is well known for its quality fresh fish and it supplies the fish consumption of mostly the entire area of Lombok, consequently it is named the largest fishing village on the island. Fishing enthusiasts are recommended to fish here for the best catches. Barracuda, big tuna, stingray, sharks are favourite sea dwellers to be found off the coast. Just at near-by Tanjung Luar, a large traditional salt-farm with piles of crystals, and the farmer's simple kilns for further process, are observable during the drive to the village.

Trace-The-Past (Japanese Memorial Objects)
The island of Lombok is also preserving memorial objects in form of the Second World War ruins. Although most people will not spend most time for a moaning ceremony, but some would trace back what the-left-of-the-past. There are number of places spread-apart secluding the island, at Gili Terawangan, at Bangko-Bangko, at Tanjung Ringgit, at Lembah Sempaga, at Gunung Sari and many others which were hidden along with the history gone-by. Due to the distance, which extend in between each memorial object, at least two or three days tour is required to cover all of the destinations.

Having been made the base for trekking to Segara Anak Lake, Bayan Village is more popular than its neighbouring village, Sembalun. However, within the District Bayan some interesting objects can be found here and are still little known due to less publicity. Mesjid Bayan the 16th century old Moslem Mosque which is protected and preserved as part of the cultural heritage of Sasak people, Sendanggila Waterfall which is said to be connected to the crater lake of Rinjani Volcano, and Senaru Traditional Sasak Village the last village passed before ascending the Rinjani Mountain, all those are featuring unspoilt uniqueness.

Stretching trees and neat rows on the edge of the road, which follows the contour location is hilly, bring fresh nuances that are so natural that at the peak pusuk, often used by many tourists, travelers, or even passing motorists on the highway pusuk, either to mataram or otherwise to the district of North Lombok, explore some of the many attractions found in the youngest districts in these provinces, for a brief rest natural scent.

"I usually do when crossing the road, always taking the time to enjoy the atmosphere in this pusuk pass, while sipping coffee, taking a break up the energy before continuing the journey," explained Fianto Widawan, one motorist who looked serene resting on the edge of the road. Sitting for a short break in the bale-bale concrete are available, as he sold coffee shop owners who were scattered along the highway pusuk.

Located approximately 20 miles from downtown Mataram, and 831 at an altitude above sea level (from sea level), highways that cut through these hills pusuk always traveled vehicles, because this road is one way of the two existing roads, which connect West Lombok district directly with North Lombok regencies.

When driving a motor vehicle, it will pass pusuk can be done for about 45 minutes from downtown. Along the way, riders will be seduced by the green expanse that stretched on either side of the road to pusuk. It's just that the driver must be very careful when crossing this road, besides the volume of vehicles that pass so many, the road winding and a bit steep, and slippery when wet season arrived, demanding every rider to be more careful in driving.

Pusuk forest which is a conservation forest, production forest and protected forest areas included in the West Rinjani which has an area of 43,550.23 hectares, has 162 species of trees that grow in this area, among others, Sono Keling or Dalbergia latifolia, which has Daoki Duacontomelori mangiferum Latin name, and that many are lined up neatly at the curb, Mahogany or Swettania macrophylla.

It seemed so spoiled eyes during cross this road. The sight of green fields that stretched wide, combined with a panoramic frontier green hills in the distance, presents a scene that was so rare in urban areas obtained today.

Along this road too, there are lots of sweet wine merchants hawking their wares to the 2500 price of a bottle of silver, a traditional drink that feels fresh when enjoyed in the hot weather. Also when winter fruits, such as rambutan or durian season, appeared much or kagetan merchants hawking their seasonal wares along this road until toward pusuk pass.

Pass Pusuk divided into 2 areas, namely area West Lombok and North Lombok. Appear visible to the north pusuk pass, which has become territory of North Lombok, some tourists seemed to be engrossed mingle with the monkeys there is lots of forest on the edge of the road to this northern region.

"This really incredible can fiddle around with wild animals, while enjoy green scenery. (It was incredible to play with wild animals, while enjoying the scenery of green.)" Said Conny Schmidt, a German tourist who met the Koran NEWS (5 / 3), when passing highway. (dix)

Lingsar Temple is the most unique and holy temple found only on this fertile land of Lombok. It belongs to both the Hindu and the Moslem Waktu Telu. Some may consider this uniqueness is odd, but here it is natural and is regarded as the re-present or symbol of harmony amongst these faithful people.
There are two main praying places, one named Pura Gaduh erected for the Hindus, and Kemalik for the ones following the faith of Moslem Waktu Telu.
An artificial war called 'Perang Ketupat' held once a year somewhere between October to December - may be interpreted in various ways. One might say as thanks giving ceremony, or a ritual to bring rain and good harvest. Ketupat is boiled rice wrapped with palm leaves and is used as the weapons instead of arrows, keris dagger or spear.

It is one part of the Royal Court of the former Balinese Kingdom in Lombok and was built in 1744. It is situated close to Pura Meru in Cakranegara. The house in the middle of a large pond is called 'Bale Kambang' or the Floating House and was both a court of justice and a place of meeting for the Hindu Lords.
At the Bale Kambang some hajj-like-statues were put representing the good co-operation amongst the two larger communities, the Sasak-Moslem and the Hindu-Balinese.
In the attempt to rule Lombok, a Dutch colonial expedition came to Mayura to enforce their authority - General Van Ham the leader was killed here together with all of his men. His grave can still be seen at Karang Jangkong, Cakranegara.

Segenter is traditional Village Lombok Sasak tribe, the village is located in the district Bayan is about 45km from the Mataram. People hold beliefs Watu telu. In this primitive village we invite you to surround the village, accompanied by hundreds of small children to follow your reply from the rear.

Suranadi Nature Park (TWA) Suranadi a nature conservation area which serves to natural recreational activities. In addition to ecological benefits as life support and maintain the water, this area has a lot of potential that can be used for nature tourism, tourism education, research and development activities cultivation.
Regions TWA Suranadi have conditions that are relatively intact forest with a relatively flat topography and in the forest area there are many dirt roads and paths. There is also camping ground area is quite spacious. In such conditions, this area is often chosen as the location for outbound both by government agencies or by the company. During the year 2007 recorded the two companies and seven government agencies that use Suranadi TWA as outbound location.

To complement these outbound activities, Balai KSDA currently NTB has developed outbound facilities for children and adolescents in locations Camping Ground, among others Flying Fox Outbond and High Ropes (step Six). Although this outbound facilities recently built, but until March 2008 some schools had to use for outbound activities.

Balai KSDA NTB also has plans for promotion of education tourism packages to schools. Conservation education package to be offered will include an explanation of the woods, the streets know the forests, planting trees and Flying Fox Outbond. In addition to these packages should also be developed tour packages to other education that could include objects such as interpretation of ecosystems of tropical evergreen forests, flora and fauna (symbiosis of plants, medicinal plants, fungi, insects, gray monkeys, butterflies, butterflies, etc.), the spring and followed by the use of facilities on the outbound. (Tri Endang W).
source: Central KSDA NTB

Ampenan is a district in Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia.
This area was once a center of Lombok. To the west is bordered by the Lombok Strait (sea link with the island of Lombok Bali). Kecamtan have in the old city remains as was formerly the main port of Lombok.

Ampenan an old port city (now moved to the sheet). City Ampenan typical ancient architecture, which when cleaned and cared for, will become the favored tourist destination.

There are many villages that are the embodiment of the various tribes in Indonesia, including Bugis Village, Kampung Melayu, Kampung Java, the Arab village, Kampung Bali, etc., so that the community here is heterogeneous and harmonious

Cakranegara. It is a business city, there are agricultural markets, bird markets, and Mayura springs and temples Meru, the largest temple in Lombok. Cakranegara supposedly used to be the former empire, but the former kingdom (site) was unrecognizable. If you want to by-the food, it can buy fried chicken legs, salted eggs and a variety of sweets from seawee

Beach front land is located in the region Malimbu - Winner of the area, located just in front of the paved highway that connects to the Winners of Senggigi.

Providing a beautiful panorama towards the sea coast with tranquil blue and sunsets with Bali Mount Agung in the background, you can also view towards Mount Agung, Bali and the three Gili (Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Gili Meno) at noon . Suitable for building a private villa, hotel or other accommodation.

From Kuta, the coastal road goes towards the east to Tanjung Aan, a bay that is a kilometer wide. Big waves break on several rocky islands in the mouth of the bay. The wide sand beach catches the blue-green seawater, where seaweed is grown on bamboo rafts. There is a hotel, which was closed even before it was opened, probably because it was built too close to the water.

After Tanjung Aan, the road continues for a couple of kilometers to Grupuk village, where the recent introduction of seaweed cultures, for agar-agar, has brought in the very needed rupiah. Close to here, it seems to be a very good surfing spot; the Australians name it 'Desert Point'.

Just before Tanjung Aan a 13 km long unpaved road leads to Awang village, located along the shore of a big bay where the settlements are still very traditional. Only a few people take this road. From a hill just before Awang we have a good view over the bay.

More south, we will arrive old Sade village after we have passed Sengkol the little town. There are many traditional houses and rice sheds here. The building permit doesn't allow the construction of modern houses with red paned roofs here. Small boys, which sometimes speak some English, guide the tourist through the village and explain everything of which they think it's interesting. The government constructed a concrete path through the village in the late 1980's, probably because too many tourists fell here.

Along the path we can now buy ikat-fabrics. The ladies, who are selling, have much experience and will trick us if we don't see through it. The traditional houses have a platform inside which is built one meter above the ground, and is made of a mixture of clay, droppings and straw, which is polished into a shining floor. The roof is made from natural products, the walls are made from bamboo or palm leafs. Sade, a village with just more than 150 farmers families, has a big number of had shaped rice sheds on pillars (lumbung), which have become the symbol of Lombok.

Narmada was a summer palace for the Royal Family of King Anak Agung Ngurah, was built in 1727. It is a good place to spend some time after the hectic life of town, having beautiful gardens and an artificial lake made for ritual purposes.
A sacred spring water called 'Tirta Amerta Padmawangi' or more well-known as 'Water of Eternity', is believed to have the effect of keeping one fresh and young, can be found at the centre of the Palace. A holy temple lies at the top of the area is dedicated to Shiva and is called Pura Kalasa.

Sukarara is located in Lombok in the centre of Lombok which is the next island east of Bali and only two islands along from the main island of Java. Lombok has a developing tourism industry that is not yet even close to that of its neighbor of Bali but offers excellent facilities in some areas such as Senggigi but is still largely un-spoilt and traditional with the original beautiful landscapes that have remained unchanged for hundreds of years. Lombok is not similar to Bali in many ways, the climate is dryer, the culture is different and based around them Muslim religion and the landscape is dryer although equally and if not more beautiful hen the most beautiful spots in Bali. However for the most of Lombok there is very little the way of tourist facilities which is why most people base themselves in Senggigi which has some excellent accommodation including international resorts and incredible restaurants all offered at lower prices then in Bali. The area is incredibly beautiful and there is an amazing coast line running through the area with white sand beaches and gorgeous cliff tops.

From Senggigi and the Mataram area it is only a small drive to reach the centre of this small island where Sukarara can be found. Sukarara is a small village which is very beautiful and has some incredible views of the mountains and volcanoes of the north of Lombok and some traditionally laid out buildings. These thatched buildings are usually lined up in and around the markets which are the pulse and heart of the village. The main focus of the village is in the production of fabrics and cloth used for a variety of applications including clothing, curtains and other decorative things. Every area in Indonesia has its own styles of Batik cloth and in Lombok there are some of the most popular and aesthetically pleasing traditional designs and in Sukarara and most of Lombok the quality of production is excellent. Designs here make excellent use of earthy colors couples with traditional eastern patterns that are indigenous to Lombok as well as the famous and en-capturing design of the Lombok man and woman which has become one of the most memorable symbol of the island.

Most of the women of the village of Sukarara work in the sewing factories and workshops which is the modern way that the traditional business of the area is now conducted. You can witness the production of these amazing materials from the thread to the market stalls where you can take part in the bartering and haggling which is all part of the culture of Lombok and indeed the whole of Indonesia. Whether you are looking for clothing, materials to take home gifts or just some keepsakes, Sukarara is the place to by cloth as well as many other interesting and very different items that make great gifts and scream Lombok culture. There is also a selection of local foods that are very well made in the are and there are a few places to get some western style dishes as well.

There are stone temple on a rock jutting into the sea, and if the good weather could see Mount Agung on Bali island, and nice to see the sights at sunset. Location 8 km drive from the city of Mataram. To enter the area, then we must wear a yellow ribbon from the fabric (can be rented on location), which fitted around the waist. Here's beautiful scenery, the sea water filtered through the sidelines of a hollow rock, gemerosak noises. Unfortunately when I was here, the weather was still cloudy after the rain, but the view was beautiful. The sun peeked between the clouds, and the reflected light falling on the sea water.

Sira Beach : White Sand, Azure Sea – Sira is a pristine white-sand beach backed by lush coconut groves. The beach commands one of the best sunset panoramic views in the archipelago, encompassing the Lombok Strait, Bali’s towering Mount Agung and other marine activities.

The Sira Lombok : Your home for a weekend, a mounth, or the rest of your life

The Sira Lombok is a profesionally managed luxury beach resort comprised of hotels, villas, and residences. The resort includes sailing, diving, and snorkelling facilities, an international beach-front restaurant and spa. The resort includes an on-site PADI-certified dive center and private jetty, while the bay provides safe anchorage for yachts.

The teeming waters surrounding the island of Lombok provide an endless supply of fresh with traditional methods and available at local markets.

Senaru’s best known attraction is the Sindang Gila waterfall which attracts many thousands of Indonesian and foreign visitors annually. Located at about 600m above sea level, the waterfall is an easy 20 minute walk down a graded trail and steps from Senaru village. A pleasant alternative return route winds along the edge of the steep valley, following the irrigation canal.
For the more adventurous, Senaru’s “second waterfall” Tiu Kelep is another hour’s walk upriver from Sindang Gila. The scramble over rocks through the tropical forest is rewarded by the beauty of the waterfall and a swim in its deep pool. It is said locally that every time you swim behind the main waterfall of Tiu Kelep you become a year younger!

With access from the main road, Senaru’s “third waterfall” Betara Lenjang is strictly for rock climbers with a local guide and equipment.

1. Hide your money in multiple spots. If you want, you can buy a money belt that you can wear under your clothes, tuck some bills in your bra or a tight sock, leave some money and credit cards in the safe at your accommodation. On the beach, store your cash and cards in a waterproof plastic container that you hang around your neck.
2. Make photocopies of your bank and credit cards and passport and keep them in a safe place, separate from the originals. In case of theft, you’ll have all the information you need to get replacements.
3. Carry enough cash. Automatic teller machines (ATMs) are great for giving you the cash you need in the proper currency, BUT they do break down sometimes. So don’t wait until you’re broke to withdraw. You may want to inform your bank before you leave that you’ll be withdrawing from abroad, and perhaps even increase your weekly withdrawal limit. Take a major credit card so you can borrow cash if necessary.
4. Leave your jewelry and other valuables at home and hide your camera in a purse when you’re not using it.
5. Limit your luggage to one small suitcase and a backpack. That’s all you’ll want to carry.
6. Carry an emergency kit and more than enough prescription drugs to last your trip.
Accommodation
Since most hotels charge by the room and not per person, solo travellers pay more in accommodation than those traveling with companions. But here are some ways to save money.
7. Consult a travel agent to find accommodation. Then book at least your first night ahead of time at a recommended hotel. The next day you can go out and look for cheaper local accommodation, the ones that aren’t listed with foreign travel agents.
8. Avoid commercial web-based third-party hotel booking agencies. If there are any problems, both parties (the hotel and the booking agency) will try to pass the buck. (I learned this the hard way.) Try to book directly with the hotel.
9. Find out what the cancellation fee is. Make sure there’s an affordable way out of your booking. Get it in writing.
Finding your way & Transportation
10. Learn as much as you can about your solo travel destination (starting on this web site is a good first step!). Choose a wide variety of sources. Photocopy material and stick it in a duo tang. If you need to look up some information on the street, a duo tang doesn’t shout “TOURIST” the way a travel guide does.
11. Plan ahead and cluster activities by neighborhood to save travel time and energy. Balance the day with active and non-strenuous activities.
12. Get a detailed street map. Split the map up into sections and photocopy the sections you plan to visit each day. On a street corner, it’s easier to consult a small map than it is to unfold a large unwieldy one—and less conspicuous.
13. Double-check your information. Public transit can be especially tricky. What time do the buses run? Ask several people for directions and you may get several answers! Call or check the website of the transit company.
14. If your spoken English is a bit rusty, you can overcome language barriers by carrying a picture or brochure of the day’s destination with you. That way people can recognize the place and point you in the right direction. If you have no picture and can’t draw, write the name and address down, so you won’t have to worry about mispronunciation. That's what I do when I'm travelling abroad.
15. Ask about local holidays that can affect bus schedules, hours of opening for attractions, etc.
16. Join a local guided day tour (usually by bus) if you prefer to leave the transportation issues to someone else. Join a hiking day trip in one of the conservation areas. A little socializing can provide a nice break from solo travel and give you some indepth insight into the place.
17. Expect some glitches. Travel has taught me how to accept the limits of my control – sometimes even gracefully!
Solo dining
For many of us, dining solo in public is uncomfortable, but there are ways to enjoy the experience.
18. Invite an author to dinner. Use the time to read some local literature or history, a local newspaper, or your travel guide. Plan your next day. Write in your travel log or journal. Write out postcards or letters to those at home. Digest the experiences of the day.
19. Find a room with a view. Contemplate a lakefront view or a lively street scene while you eat.
Enjoy Solo Travel!
20. Please yourself. Tailor your activities to your own interests. Spend three days in that museum if you wish, instead of the ridiculous 90 minutes that some tour groups allot.
21. Treasure your freedom and flexibility. Remember: You’re not on a tour group schedule. If it’s raining, skip the zoo, and visit the museum instead.
And most of all, Have Fun!

Gili Air is the nearest Gili Island to the northwest coast of Lombok where the three Gili Islands sit. The Gili islands have become more and more popular to tourists who cross through Lombok but they are still never anything like as crowded as Bali. Gili Air has the largest population of local residents of the three islands where many of the locals still farm and fish in the traditional ways. It is not a rare sight in the morning to see an older man shimmying up a tall coconut tree to bring down a selection of ripe coconuts to feed his family and sell on the market. The culture of the island of Gili Air is very different and more laid back than on the rest of Lombok although the religion and origin of the people is Sasak, which is the same as on Lombok. it is said that the people on Gili Air are more friendly than on the other two islands and the rest of Lombok although this is obviously a sweeping statement that should not be overweighed.

This quiet and relaxing little island only has a few luxury hotels and villas although it is easier to find budget accommodation around the island. Owing to this is the islands relaxed and tranquil atmosphere than is hard to find on Gili Trawangan. From Gili Air you can catch the twice a day hopping boat that allows you to visit all three of the islands in one day, the next island out is Gili Meno which is even more tranquil quiet and un-spoilt then Gili although there is less life there, the next boat will bring you to Gili Trawangan where there are parties and relaxed chilled out day life although this island is further developed towards tourists then the preceding two.

The snorkeling and diving on Gili Air and Gili Meno is out of this world and recognized across the globe as being world class diving. Biodiversity here it very high and there are larger animals such as turtles and manta rays that are common to see, especially since the recent efforts to protect these animals. There are also some really well built up fan corals and wall corals making this area an amazing place to dive. There are a number of dive specific resorts and dive shops and tour operators on the Gili islands where you can stay and get excellent package deals on you diving in the area and your accommodation. When getting around the island it is best to use the horse drawn carts or hire a bicycle, this is not only a great way to cruise round and soak up the scenery but also is a great way to keep fit and lose a few pounds to go with that tropical tan. Gili air is a fantastic place to choose if you are going for serenity with a little culture and minimal crowds, a true tropical paradise.

Gili Meno is the middle island of the Gili Islands located just of the north west coast of Lombok. as with the other Gili islands it is small and in fact this Gili is the very smallest of all three of the Gili islands. Meno Island is without doubt the most peaceful and unchanged island of the three and the easiest to catch boats you to the other islands in order to explore and island hop in this tropical island paradise. There are not dogs on Gili Meno and there are also no proper roads and no motorized vehicles of any kind. The reason to come and stay on Gili Meno is to escape reality and spend some time on a tiny tropical in the middle of the ocean with no crowds and no cars. After saying this there are a small number of luxury hotels and villas that are usually cheaper then on Gili Trawangan, the largest and most popular of all of the Gili Islands, so there is no shortage of luxury when you are in your resort, but when outside the resort there is nothing but paradise that is yours to explore.

You may have heard rumors of the large amount of mosquitoes on the Gili Meno, in the recent years many measure have been taken to reduce this but true to this day and as with any tropical country, the best time to visit is in the dry season. The humidity is slightly higher than on the other two islands so it is important to keep well hydrated and to bring good mosquito repellent that preferably includes the compound 'DEET' that is the only true chemical that almost guarantees that you will not get bitten when using it effectively. There is however in this slightly more humid climate an amazing bird sanctuary that has been set up by an Australian women who has collected rare and endangered birds from across Indonesia and is breeding and protecting them on Meno, this is a special sight to behold as you can see some wondrous creatures you would never had imagined living in their natural setting.

Getting to Gili Meno can be slightly more difficult than getting to the more popular of the two islands Gili Trawangan and Gili Air due there often being a shortage of people going. Sometimes the boat drivers will only go to Gili Meno if there are a minimum of 20 people on board so sometimes it can be worth getting some people together who want to go. Failing this you will have to charter the boat, which will be a little more expensive, but competition for boat rides is fairly competitive so ask around for the best price. The other way to go is to catch either the morning or afternoon boat to Gili Trawangan or Gili Air and then get a boat from there to this small island, this can be the easiest and cheapest way if boat charter is too steep and includes the added bonus of visiting another island. This small extra effort is a small price to pay for the tranquility and seclusion of Gili Meno.

Gili Trawangan is the largest and most famous island of the three Gili islands in Lombok and is subsequently the most visited. Most people who pass through Bali as part of an extended trip will kick back over on Gili Trawangan for at least a day or two to enjoy the parties and nightlife of one side of the island the peaceful serenity of the other side that offers true tropical island feel. There are no cars on any of the Gili islands as they are all two small to really require one, using the horse drawn carts or hiring a bike is the best way to get round the island although nowhere is out of walking distance as it only takes a couples of hours to walk the entire perimeter of the island. There are also boats available that can take you around the coast to different locations or take you to the other Gili islands if you feel like a day of island hopping in this beautiful part of the world.

Many people visit this area via fast boat although it is possible if you are on a tight budget to take the public ferry to Lombok and then take a bemo or bus to the port that leads to the Gili Islands which is a days journey although it will save you the $50 boat cost and will mean you will experience the main land of Lombok as well. There is plenty of decent accommodation on Gili Trawangan as well as budget and super budget places. It is not difficult to get a beachside room with a pool, private spa and whole list of other facilities as there is so much coast for the size of the island. There is now a 24 hour electricity supply which is a relatively new thing for the island and is still not available on the other islands for all people. This goes to show the remoteness and beauty of these islands although Gili Trawangan is by no means in the dark ages and is fast becoming touristy so enjoy it whilst it is still beautiful.

Another beauty of Gili Trawangan is its underwater marine life that provides divers with some of the best diving in the world. Gili Trawangan has attracted divers for years and there are now a number of dive centers and diving specific villas and hotels. You can take a number of PADI course that go from taster sessions through to the basic qualifications right up to dive master and instructor and even specialized courses on underwater photography and mixed gas diving. Gili Trawangan is amongst the most biodiversity areas in the world where you can see so many species of coral fishes and other amazing creatures such as small reef sharks and turtles. Gili Trawangan owes its incredible diving to being right on the Wallace line which separates Bali and Lombok and is where the two different animal and plant types meet producing some incredible species.

Seeking a beautiful and quiet for a vacation can sometimes be difficult. The place where we can enjoy the beauty of nature while taking a break to relieve the fatigue from a busy daily routine.

For those interested in maritime recreation, diving, sunbathing on the beach, or relax in a place of natural beauty, stay overnight at Gili Nanggu. Island area of 12.5 ha in west Lombok is managed with the concept of Forest / Virgin Island, which still has a beautiful nature and natural. Tranquility and d beauty make Gili Nanggu a routine for many foreign tourists. Gili Nanggu: Paradise Island.

On the white sandy beaches and calm wave, you can rest without fear distracted by the hustle and bustle of the beach vendors, because Gili Nanggu is a private island inhabited only by managers and staff. The enchantment of the sea has its own charm and is one of the main reasons many visitors who come every day to play on the beach. Only a few yards down to the sea so the fish are tame colorful will come closer. In addition there are also coral reefs and marine animals other very beautiful.

Melodious chirping of birds, the sunrise and the silence of nature at sunset creating a truly romantic atmosphere, making Gili Nanggu a suitable place for honeymoon couples.

Kuta Beach in Lombok is unrelated to the Balinese namesake and although it is usually the place that most surfers choose to stay, it is nothing like the often crowded Kuta beach in Bali. Kuta beach is a long stretch of brilliant white sands that like many of the Beaches on the south coast of Lombok is phenomenally beautiful and straight out of a tropical dream. Kuta beach in Lombok is the tourist center of Lombok and is the friendliest place to stay with the most luxury accommodation and well as numerous budget homestays. Kuta beach in Lombok is also the area with the most tourist facilities and activities on offer in Lombok although it has not yet reached a level anything like the Kuta area in Bali. Kuta beach Lombok remains quiet and tranquil with some awesome restaurants and incredible scenery where with the slightest walk in any direction leading you into true tropical paradise. The beaches are white with crystal clear water that is flat and calm and protected by offshore reefs that provide fun for the surfers and a variety of waterborne activities for everyone else that can be conducted in the lagoons of warm tropical waters. Kuta beach can also be spelt Kute beach or Pantai Kute in case of confusion and here you will find some marvelous rocky outcrops and cliffs that separate the beaches and wonderful hills that are laced with tropical woodlands where some of the luxury villas are situated with breathtaking views.

The surf in the south of Lombok need not be discussed in this article other to say that there are a number of breaks nearby, some are suited to beginners although most are for the experienced only, however Kuta is only the base for surfers, to reach the spots a small road or boat journey is in order. The most popular way to reach the different spots is by a motorbike that is similar to scooter, easy to drive and has a very effective surfboard rack attached. It is also possible to hire a surfboard or boogie board although most people choose to bring their own as often the rent boards are in very bad condition, this being said it is still possible to seek out a good one if you know what your looking for or if not, if employ the help of some who does.

Reaching Kuta is not difficult although the road leading to it can be poorly maintained in places. You can go by taxi or the cheaper shuttle bus option as well as the local bemos that are slower, a little less comfortable but are the cheapest and most culturally connected method to use. If you are staying at a hotel or villa or even some of the better budget places, often a private pick up transfer service is offered, sometimes this can be included in the price of the ticket and is always air-conditioned will escort you right to your hotel or villa.

Senggigi is the main tourist centered area in Lombok and offers a n excellent selection of beachside boutique villas and restaurants as well as a selection of boutique and market style shopping and a variety of excellent restaurants. Senggigi does not appear to be as popular as it has been in past years although the tourist industry is set up and waiting for the number of visitors to pick up again. This is starting to happen but prices are still much lower than they have been and it is possible to book into a luxury resort of a similar standard to that of Nusa Dua or Jimbaran in Bali for far cheaper and receive a less crowded atmosphere with a much nicer beach. Senggigi is located on the West coast of Bali and is very close to the ferry port from Bali meaning it is a perfect stop of point if you are traveling in this area and if you are choosing somewhere to stay for an extended period of time in Lombok than Senggigi is also perfect.

The beach at Senggigi is white sand and is lined with palm trees, there is very little to no rubbish on the beach at any point and you only have to walk a short way down the beach before there is not a single tourist in sight and you have your own private beach area to yourself. To get up to the main village you must travel up the winding roads that lead you through tropical woodlands and finally land you in the village that has many traditional aspects and qualities that are well worth seeing and also modern areas with some of the best shopping Lombok has to offer outside of Mataram which is the capital city.

Activities available in this area include a great right hand break for surfing and some other spots that are close by for the surfers although these waves break over reefs and are not really suited to beginners, there are some close by beach break areas that are good to have a go on. For surfers staying in this area, it is worth bearing in mind that these breaks only tend to work when the swell is very large. Other activities include diving and snorkeling and all sorts of beach activities including beach ball games and sailing.

All of the tourist facilities you will require are easily obtained at Senggigi such as ATMs, banks, police stations, tour operators and post offices etc. another point bearing in mind is the inadequate disabled facilities around the whole area, the locals and tour operators and staff will do their best to help you and if you notify your needs before leaving this is a problem that can be easily overcome. Also as far as tipping goes it is usually not necessary as there is often a service charge already present which we hope will actually get back to the staff although a 10 to 15% tip is greatly appreciated.

Senggigi Hotels and accommodation reservation directory provides recommended discount prices. It is easy find selected Senggigi Hotels, resorts and accommodation with special rates.
Where to Stay
There a lot of diverse range of hotel accommodations that you can choose to stay in Senggigi, from deluxe four-star resort properties to simple home-stays, Such as Holiday Inn, the Oberoi, Sheraton Senggigi, Melati Dua Cottage, Pool Villa Club, Panorama Cottage, and many more.

Moving Around
To go around Senggigi Beach, you can ride cidomos or if you wanted, you can go on foot.
Dining Guide
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 and on certain areas along the beach. For inexpensive eating, try the food stalls along the beach, especially at the end of the road past the Senggigi Beach Hotel
Souvenir Tips
There are many souvenir shops along the main Senggigi road that offering you many kind of Lombok souvenir, starting from clothes, paintings, handicrafts, wooden crafts, etc.
Other Things to See or Do

1. Swimming off the beach is safe.
2. You can also do canoeing here in Senggigi.
3. Visit Pura Batu Bolong on a rocky point south of Senggigi.
4. There's good snorkeling off the point and in the sheltered bay around the headland

Travel Tips

1. Dont forget to equipped yourself with sun protection.
2. Bring a bathing suit and extra clothing's.
3. Several places rent mask-snorkel-fin sets. Try at the beach near tha Art Market or the Senggigi Beach Hotel.

source: Indonesia Official Tourism Website

Mount Rinjani is Lombok's highest volcano and is also actually the second highest peak in the entire Indonesian archipelago. It is one of the main volcanoes in the famous ring of fire that it a huge circle of large volcanoes that spans round a large portion of the globe. The volcano stands at over 3000 meters and is still active although there is not another eruption expected for some time. The first recorded eruption was in 1847 and since then there have been a further three eruptions when Mount Rinjani went through an unstable phase and erupted in 1994, 1995 and 1996. These last three eruptions have created a cone effect in the center of the grate lake that stands in the center of the Volcano, which is protected under the Indonesian National Trust. Not only is this lake home to some strange and struggling wildlife but it is also a scared peak that the locals believe to be very holy.

The high areas leading up to and around the peak are largely undeveloped and are covered with rainforest and tropical woodlands where as further down the mountainside there the lands are rich and cultivated where the locals grow such crops as rice, cotton, Soya beans, coffee, cinnamon and tobacco. These areas are beautiful tropical countryside areas that are also ideal for walking and traveling around. There area also hot springs that surround the top of the Mount Rinjani that are a wonderful experience and also a place of pilgrimage for both the Sasak Lombok people and the Balinese descendants that live on Lombok who bath in the springs in order to wash away illness and disease as well as place offerings in this spiritual and wondrous area. There are twenty villages located around the peak that are very traditional and remain much unchanged throughout the years. The national park that was established in 1997 and is one of the 20 large national parks in Indonesia is home to a rare and endemic duck as well as numerous fishes and other insects that are almost exclusive to this area.

The three to four day trek from Senaru to the peak is a challenging yet accomplishable feat, after making to the top of the ridge you then make you way down to the lake where you may cross the lake that is located so high in this area. The Rinjani trek is widely considered as one of the best and if not the best trek in the whole of Asia. In order to attempt this trek, hikers usually start from Sembalun Lawang and t is is very important to take a guide who knows and understands the area in order to not get lost, use the safest and most efficient route to the top and also to learn about the cultural significances of certain areas around the peak. The Rinjani peak makes a great adventure with a real sense of accomplishment and achievement through the diverse terrain and with great views and photo taking opportunities both off the mountainside and looking towards the lakes.

Gili means small island in local language. Located about 20 km north of Senggigi, Gili Air, Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan are paradise to divers or marine activities and marine life lovers. There are many dive shops and schools on any of the 3 Gilis. Either you are novice divers or certified ones, you can explore the underwater magnificence of the Gilis no matter on which island you base yourself. You can choose the dive spots you want to experience based on the information provided by your dive master. Or if you don’t dive, simply enjoy your swimming or snorkeling time there. Each of the 3 Gili has beautiful beach and crystal clear water.
To get to the island, just head to Bangsal harbor and buy public boat ticket at the booking clerk at fixed prices. If waiting long for sufficient other passengers is inconvenience for you, then take a chartered boat at higher rate but it sails you promptly on private arrangement.

Gili Air is the closet island from the harbor thus sailing to the island takes only 20 to 25 minutes and Gili Trawangan is the furthest, the biggest and the busiest one. Located across Gili Meno – the less developed and visited – it takes no less than 45minutes to get to the island of Trawangan and there is an opportunity to experience a bumpy sea ride on certain time or seasons.

All of the 3 Gilis offer various ranges of accommodation, restaurants and dive shops meeting your taste and budget. Nevertheless, Gili Trawangan seems to have more to offer since Trawangan magnetizes more visitors a long the year. While, Gili Meno is least developed and visited and is, therefore, less exploited or spoilt. There is quite large variety of choice for dining or staying, though. Gili Meno is good for relaxing.
Gili Trawangan

Now appear to head the list as the most popular island – it has long had a reputation as the the “ Party Island”. Mainly through a concentrated and central foreshore area of restaurants, café, diving company and hotels including some luxuries boutiques and villas choice.
Transportation in Gili Trawangan by Yeowatzup
Gili Meno

Still the quietest island is a place to escape and although it has a smaller list of accommodation option those that it has are tending towards a more up-market clientele. Snorkeling off beaches of pure white sand the coral is superb.
Gili Air

Has the largest local population and while it has more of lived – in feeling that the other two island for some that is quite possibly its attraction. On Gili Air it’s possible to like wide enjoy the marine possibilities but also one can absorb some of the local culture missing on the other island.
Gili Gede & Gili Nanggu

These two island off the north coast of the peninsula are now becoming popular for those seeking retreat from the more popular luxurious holiday spots. Accommodation is comfortable, through fairly basic, and entertainment and food is mostly left up to one’s own devices. Popular for those seeking a more alternate holiday life style with the freedom to do as one wishes without restriction both island can be reached by small skiff from Lembar or by other skiff departing from near Tawun.

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In the early 17th century, the Kingdom of Karangasem Bali successfully invested its influence in the west and Lombok Island in the year 1750 throughout the region successfully controlled Lombok island Hindu kingdom of Bali's. With mastered by Bali Lombok, the Balinese people coming to Lombok and bring their culture to Lombok. But the conflict between the royal family led to power in Lombok divided into four smaller kingdoms. In the year 1838, the Javanese kingdom of Mataram Lombok mastered and then conquered the Kingdom of Karangasem on Bali. Mataram Lombok and then unite with Karangasem under his control.

In west Lombok, the Sasak tribe in the area can receive the Balinese people and life in the region between the two tribes were harmonious. Marriage between people Sasak and Bali at the time it became commonplace. Sasak people also learn from the Balinese about Subak agricultural irrigation methods.

However, unlike the situation in East Lombok in Bali where the presence of people opposed by the Sasak people. This situation led to two times the resistance of the Sasak people of Bali power in the region, namely in 1855 and 1871. In the year 1891, tribal leaders in East Lombok Sasak asked for assistance to the Dutch and the Dutch invited to become ruler in Lombok, Bali replace.

In June 1894, Governor-General van der Wijk an agreement with the Sasak tribe. With reason to liberate people from the colonial Bali Sasak, van der Wijk and send troops in large numbers to Lombok. And, in the year 1894 the Dutch managed to beat the power of Bali in Lombok.

At the time of Dutch rule in Lombok, especially at around the late 1940s, farmers were forced to sell more rice and rice as a form of tax payments by the farmer to the Dutch authorities. This causes the amount of rice for the community to be reduced, leading to famine that occurred in 1938, 1940, and 1949. Lombok is a famine-prone areas, even in the aftermath of independence, namely in 1966 and 1973.

Lombok Island (total population in 2001: 2,722,123 inhabitants) [1] is an island in the Lesser Sunda Islands or Nusa Tenggara are separated by the Lombok Strait from Bali in the west and sebelat Alas Strait to the east of Sumbawa. The island is roughly spherical with a kind of "tail" on the southwest side of a length less than 70 km. Extensive island reaches 5435 km ², placing it on the ranking list of 108 of the island based on the extent of the world. The main town on the island is Mataram.

Lombok's panorama is as beautiful as Bali island. Some people say that Lombok is Bali in the 60's. What you can find in Bali certainly can be found in this island with different atmosphere.

Mount Rinjani, the highest mountain in this island (3,736 m), is visible from Bali island. From the top you can see all of Lombok, Bali and Sumba Islands. Senggigi beach offers you a virgin beach with great waves for suffers while Gili isles are well known for their "underwater colorful world", and is one of the best snorkeling places on this island.

Access to Lombok from Bali has become easier and faster in recent years. You can enjoy a sightseeing adventure by sea when you choose to visit Lombok by high-speed ferry. Or you can catch a 20 minutes flight from Ngurah Rai airport to Selaparang Airport.

To reconstruct the history of the Kingdom of Selaparang be a historical building complete and thorough assessment seems to require deep. The main problem lies in the availability of historical sources appropriate and adequate. Sources present, like the Chronicle and others require the selection and sorting criteria valid and reliable. What is stated in this simple inscription may still invite debate. Thus far there are differences in the disclosure will dlmuat as a still picture ditelusurl sebagal must pengkajlan leblh ianjut materials.

Kinda hard to make a compromise interpretation to find the third red yarn descriptions above. The lack of historical sources became inevitable reasons.
Majapahit era

According Then Djelenga (2004), records the history of the kingdoms in Lombok a more meaningful starting from the entry of Majapahit through mpu exspedisi Nala under in 1343, as the implementation of Linguistic Theories Gajah Mada is then forwarded to the inspection itself Gajah Mada in 1352 .

This expedition, continued Djelenga, leaving a trail of Gelgel kingdom in Bali. While in Lombok, the development leaving a trail of four major royal brothers to each other, namely the Kingdom of Bayan in the west, East Selaparang Kingdom, the Kingdom Langko in the middle and south Pejanggik Kingdom. In addition to these four kingdoms, there are small kingdoms, such as Parwa and prop and a few small villages, such as Pujut, Tempit, Kedaro, Stone Dendeng, Kuripan, and Kentawang. The whole kingdom and the village became an independent territory, after the Majapahit kingdom collapsed.

In between the kingdom and the village was the most prominent and most famous is the kingdom, based in Lombok Labuhan Lombok. Stated the city is located on the Bay of Lombok Lombok is very beautiful and has a fresh water source that much. This situation makes it much visited by traders from Palembang, Jakarta, Gresik, and Sulawesi.
Arrival of Islam

Later, when the kingdom was presided over by King Rangkesari, Prince Prapen, the son of Sunan Giri came to convert the Queen Lombok kingdom. Mentioned in the Babad Lombok, is an attempt pengislaman from Raden Paku or Sunan Giri Queen of Gersik, Surabaya who ordered the kings of East Java and Palembang to spread Islam to other parts of the archipelago.

"Giri Susuhnii Queen ordered a new belief spread to all corners. Dilembu Rat my friend sent along with the army to Banjarmasin, Datu Bandan sent to Makassar, Tidore, Seram and Galeier, and Son susuhunan, Prince Prapen to Bali, Lombok and Sumbawa. Prapen first sailed to Lombok, where by force of arms he was forcing people to embrace Islam. After completing his task, Prapen sailed to Sumbawa and Bima. However, during its absence, because women still hold Pagan beliefs, the public schools of Lombok back to the pagan. After his victory in Sumbawa and Bima, Prapen back, and with the assistance of Sumuliya and Raden Raden Salut, he set new mission movement this time achieving success. Some people ran to the mountains, others conquered and converted to Islam and others just conquered. Prapen left Sumuliya and Raden Raden Salute to preserve the Islamic religion, and he himself moved to Bali, where he began negotiations (without success) with the Gods Great Klungkung. "
Islamisation process by Sunan Prapen make happpy reaping results, until a few years the whole island of Lombok kemudia converted to Islam, except a few places that still maintain the old customs.

While in the Kingdom of Lombok, a major policy conducted by moving Rangkesari King kingdom to the village center at the proposal Selaparang Banda Regent and Vice Regent Lion Yuda Yuda. The transfer was carried out on the grounds where the Village Selaparang more strategic and not easily attacked by the enemy than the previous position.

Fathurrahman According to Zakaria, the central region of this new kingdom, panoramic beautiful Alas Strait can be enjoyed with a blue background Sumbawa mainland from north to south end with a single stroke of view. Thus all suspicious movements in the middle of the ocean will soon be known. This region also has a rear area of hills and rice fields built neatly terraced until Lemor forests that have abundant water resources.

Under the leadership of King Rangkesari, Kingdom Selaparang developed into an advanced empire in various fields. One is the development of culture and many men gave birth as a storehouse of traditional heritage Lombok society today. With reference to the Dutch historian L. C. Van den Berg stating that, Kawi language development greatly affect the formation of an agricultural nature and magnitude mind the role of intellectuals in political social engineering in the archipelago, Fathurrahman Zakaria (1998) mentions that the intellectual community and Pejanggik Selaparang well aware Kawi language. Even then can create their own script called Sasak jejawen. With the capital under their control Kawi language, literacy and language Sasak Sasak, then the pujangganya much writing, composing, adapt, or copying of ancient Javanese people into lontar Sasak. Lontar meant, among other Kotamgama, Lapel Adam, Menak Berji, Rengganis, and others. Even the poets, too many to copy and adapt the Sufi teachings of the Walisongo, such lontar entitled Jatiswara, Lontar Nursada and Lontar Nurcahya. Even Malays saga-saga was much copied and adapted, such as Lontar Joseph, Hikayat Amir Hamzah, Hikayat Orphan Sidik, and so on.

By studying the lontar, according Fathurrahman Zakaria (1998) we will know the basic principles which guide you in social engineering and socio-cultural politics and society kingdom. In the social field such as politics, Lontar Kotamgama sheet 6 sheet outlining the nature and attitude of a king or leader, of Danta, Danti, Kusuma, and Warsa. Elephant tusk ivory means; when issued can not be inserted again. Danti means saliva; when they are thrown to the ground can not be licked again. Kusuma means flower; not possible flower bloom twice. Warsa means rain; when it fell to the earth is not possible to climb back into the clouds. That is why a king or a leader should not be one of the words.

In addition, in lontar is known that the terms and conditions with the expression of ideas and meanings have been used in political and legal fields, such as word hanut (using the rights and obligations), tread (stable), superimposed (bertata manners) , rit (orderly), teak (main), tuhu (seriously), devotion (devotion, loyalty), or a separate (regular). In the economic field, such as itiq (efficient), Loma (generous), kencak (skilled), or genem (diligent).

Progress was made Selaparang Kingdom Gelgel kingdom in Bali was not pleased. Gelgel who felt as the heir of Majapahit, attacking Selaparang Kingdom in 1520, but monemui failure.

Taking lessons from the failed attack in 1520, cleverly memaanfaatkan Gelgel situasai to infiltrate by sending people to open settlement and paddy fields in the south western side of Lombok are fertile. Even mentioned, Gelgel through a new strategy by sending Dangkiang Nirartha to enter a new form of schools of Hindu-Muslim singkretisme. Although not long in Lombok, but his teachings have been able to influence some Islamic religious leaders who had recently converted to Islam. But the intention to conquer the Kingdom of the Kingdom Gelgel Selaparang internally stalled because of this Hindu kingdom also experienced stagnation and weakness here and there.

The arrival of the Dutch East India Company to Indonesia, which controlled the trade route in the north has caused ire Gowa, so Gowa close to the southern trade routes controlled by the island of Sumbawa and Selaparang. And to stem the Christianization mission to the west, the Gowa also occupied West Flores to build the Kingdom of Manggarai.

This expansion causes Gelgel Gowa who started up not happy. Gowa faced with a dilemma position, they use Gelgel Dutch worried. Then reached an agreement with Saganing Gelgel through an agreement in 1624, whose contents include Gelgel will not cooperate with the Dutch and Gowa will deliver protection for Selaparang, which is considered Gelgel backyard.

However, attitude changes after the death of Sagining Dalem replaced by Dalem Pemayun Anom. Polarization occurs increasingly clear, namely Gowa collaboration with Mataram in Java in order to face the Dutch. On the other hand managed to close Gelgel Dutch, so that in the year 1640, Gowa go back to Lombok. Even in the year 1648, one of Prince Selaparang Pejanggik Breeds with Pemayan named Mas Mas Aji Pemban title Komala, was appointed as viceroy, the governor represents a kind of Gowa, located on the island of Sumbawa coals.

Finally, the war between the Dutch Gowa inevitable. Gowa to fight hard, especially under the leadership of Sultan Hasanuddin nicknamed Rooster from the East. History records Gow Bungaya must accept the agreement in 1667. Bungaya is an area located around the center of Klungkung kingdom Gelgel which marked the close Gelgel-Dutch relations. Gelgel allegedly tried to take advantage of the situation by sending an expedition to the central government directly Selaparang in 1668-1669, but the expedition failed.

Although Selaparang superior strength against neighbor, the Kingdom of Gelgel, but at the same time, a new force from the west have emerged as well. This forces the embryo has existed since the beginning of the 15th century with the arrival of illegal immigrants from farmers Karang Asem (Bali) in waves, and established a colony in the area of Mataram municipality today. That power has been incarnated as a small kingdom, the kingdom and Pagesangan clinch, which was founded in 1622.

But the danger is considered a major threat and will continue to appear all of a sudden the foreign powers, the Netherlands, which at times will do the expansion. Strength of a near neighbor are ignored, because such a strong Gelgel could be broken. Because it was before the kingdom established in power in the western part of this stand, only anticipated by placing a small army under the command of Patinglaga Deneq Wirabangsa.

Behind it, there are other factors especially the border issue between Selaparang and Pejanggik not finished. This caused each other more expected role of the two kingdoms of this cluster. Or responsibilities throwing each other. In an effort peperangandan uproar mengahadapi new power problems grew out of the west, then a sudden, an important figure within the royal center, namely the ministers of his own kingdom called, Raden Arya Banjar ductile, characterized disagree with the king. Raden Arya Banjar Selaparang brittle and eventually left to devote themselves to migrate in the Kingdom Pejanggik.yang first (Pejanggik-ed Kingdom) are in Pejanggik Regional District located in Jonggat

On his own initiative, Raden Arya Banjar can drag Pejanggik brittle join an Army expedition Karang Asem kingdom which had landed up in West Lombok. Initially, the information obtained earlier, the purpose of the expedition's arrival will attack the Kingdom Pejanggik.

But in historical reality, the expedition had destroyed the kingdom of Selaparang. And can be conquered kingdom Selaparang almost without resistance, because it was in very weak condition. This happened in the year 1672. Kingdom Center destroyed; flat on the ground, and the king and his entire family had been murdered.

Selaparang fell just three years after facing the Dutch. Fourteen years later, in 1686 the kingdom of earth Pejanggik hanguskan by Karang Asem kingdom of Mataram. As a result of the defeat Pejanggik, then the Kingdom of Mataram began sovereign became the sole ruler of the island of Lombok after meluluh lantakkan too small kingdoms others.

Source http://wikipedia.org/wiki/Nusa_Tenggara_Barat