Mataram, the capital and the biggest city in Lombok, has evolved over the years. Back in the day, it used to be smaller and didn’t look nearly as impressive as it does today. Right now, it is home to several ethnic groups, including the Sasak people, the Hindus, and the much smaller groups of Arabic […]

Indonesia is a very diverse country, and Lombok is, without a doubt, one of the biggest magnets for the foreign visitors. This island is very beautiful and is home to 3+ million people, mostly Muslims. The locals have been surviving without any technological treats for many centuries, relying solely on their own selves. Naturally, now […]

As you might already know, Lombok is not only famous for the beaches and temples: it’s also home to quite a few markets and other shopping places that attract thousands of tourists every year. The Sweta Market is, of course, one of the most popular ones, and folks that visit it have only nice things […]