Lombok : Island of 1000 mosque

Lombok is also known as Island of 1000 mosque. Is the number representing the exact figure or is it just a nick name featuring its uniqueness? Well, let’s leave the answer of the first question to the statistic.The nick name describes the numerous of mosque standing majestic throughout Lombok island. It is no wonder because such scenery, compared to other island, are common here. This Islamic worship building is available in many locations across the island. Mosque and minarets and cupola make up a huge part of Lombok impressive landscape. The sound of adzan (The call to prayer) can be heard throughout Lombok. So while on sightseeing trip, travelers can find easily the mosque to pray (shalat) or to just take a rest seeing the mosque architecture.
Despite it is number; all mosques are also big in size. They can accommodate many people. For me

A friend unique collection

I met the guys in Lombok. From this guys looks, I do not think he has an interest in old goods. It is surprising me knowing he has an old bike, His collection remind me of my uncle in my childhood. I recall that my uncle, father`s elder brother, has the same bike. It is long time ago till I find the same type in my friend house in Lombok 

The bike is taken care well and placed not in the garage anymore but in the living room. It is mostly used for room decoration. Its antique style makes the room so artistic. A bicycle, or cycle or bike, is

Let us get around Ampenan city : the Ampenan beach,

Ampenan is an old city of mataram. Yes, The town is not a major attraction, not as popular as Senggigi beach although located near it. Ampenan is the jumping-off point for Senggigi a few kilometers up the coast. Ampenan surely offers different story angel and complement your travelling experience in Lombok area.

Ampenan has historical story. The city used to serve as one of the economic and trade center. Ampenan was the original old port and was once Lomboks main port. It was built during Dutch colonial times around 1948 to 1950, used as a haven ports. It is said that the port is operated until 1973 before the main port moved to Lembar. It is now the fisherman boat places.