Lombok, Indonesia: 15 Amazing Destinations to Discover Beyond Bali
When people think about Indonesia’s tropical islands, Bali is often the first destination that comes to mind. However, just east of Bali lies another island with spectacular beaches, volcanic mountains, traditional villages, small tropical islands, and a fascinating local culture.
Lombok is part of West Nusa Tenggara and offers a remarkably diverse travel experience. The island is home to Mount Rinjani, the Gili Islands, the beaches of southern Lombok, traditional Sasak villages, waterfalls, rice fields, and coastal landscapes.
Unlike destinations that are built around a single attraction, Lombok offers many different experiences across the island.
Here are some of the destinations worth discovering during a trip to Lombok.
1. Mount Rinjani
Mount Rinjani is one of Lombok’s most recognizable natural landmarks.
Standing at 3,726 meters above sea level, Rinjani is Indonesia’s second-highest volcano. The mountain forms the centerpiece of Mount Rinjani National Park and dominates the landscape of northern Lombok.…
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