Articles tagged ‘Mataram’
Horse milk Cures: Sumbawa, West Nusa Tenggara
By Barrie | April 4th, 2008 |
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Spurred by the Dompu regency administration, sales from miracle-working horse milk, and an increase in tourism have helped raise living standards for the people of Sumbawa Island, West Nusa Tenggara. Sumbawa Island is well known for its horses, descendants of the legendary Mongolian animals and also of Chinese stock. Though small in size, they are [...]
Where is Lombok?
By Barrie | January 31st, 2008 | Add a Comment »
Lombok lies around 35 kilometers east of Bali, at the start of the Nusa Tenggara-Timor island chain that stretches hundreds of kilometers across the islands of Komodo, Rinca, Sumbawa, Flores and Sumba. Lombok is the westernmost island of this chain, which becomes arid and dry after the Wallace Line.
International Airport Construction : Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara
By Barrie | January 24th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
West Nusa Tenggara Governor HL Serinata officially commenced the construction work of Lombok International Airport on Saturday, by laying a foundation stone.The new airport will be located in Tanak Awu village, Central Lombok Regency, around 35 kilometers from Mataram. The ceremony was attended by West Nusa Tenggara provincial officers, Central Lombok Regent HL Wiratmaja and [...]
Adam Air to Expand Operations in Indonesia
By Barrie | November 23rd, 2007 | Add a Comment »
In a Business News report it was interesting to read that the low-cost national carrier PT Adam SkyConnection Airlines plans to lease five more planes next year to expand its operations, and has set aside Rp 30 billion (US$3.2 million) for each plane. These will consist of Boeing 737-400’s which can carry up to 170 [...]
Lebaran Topat: Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara
By Barrie | October 21st, 2007 | Add a Comment »
For Sasak (natives of Lombok) Muslims, the most vibrant religious festival of the year falls seven days after Idul Fitri. The day is known as Lebaran Topat. If Idul Fitri is a victory celebration to mark the end of the fasting month of Ramadhan, then Lebaran Topat is the celebration of a double victory. For [...]
Preserving a Hairy Tradition: Maria, West Nusa Tenggara
By Barrie | October 17th, 2007 | Add a Comment »
Independence Celebrations: Jakarta, West Java
By Barrie | August 14th, 2007 | Add a Comment »
August is the month when you will find Jakarta residents at their most creative and hectic. During the month Jakarta is transformed into a giant fairground and competition field, and in almost every corner of the city you can find unique decorations and events.
Air Travel Subsidized: West Nusa Tenggara
By Barrie | July 4th, 2007 | Add a Comment »
West Nusa Tenggara provincial administration will provide Rp 2.2 billion (US$244,444) cash assistance to help subsidize inter-regency flight in the province for a year, it was announced Tuesday.
Recommitting to National Awakening: Indonesia
By Barrie | May 19th, 2007 | Add a Comment »
Sunday, the 20th of May, 1908: A handful of young Indonesians, led by Wahidin Sudirohusodo, and supported by Soetomo, Gunawan and Suradji — declared the formation of “Boedi Oetomo“, laying the foundations for our independence. The movement would awake Indonesians to Indonesia — to its rich cultural heritage, and age-old values.
Ayam Taliwang: Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara
By Barrie | April 29th, 2007 | Add a Comment »
A tour of Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, will not be complete without tasting the local Taliwang Chicken — Ayam Taliwang — to explore the mystery of its flavor. This typical Lombok dish is a favorite among both locals and visitors to the island. In Mataram, the provincial capital, it can be found at various eateries [...]
