SENGGIGI BEACH, WEST LOMBOK

SENGGIGI BEACH, WEST LOMBOK

Senggigi Beach is a famous tourist spot in Lombok. It is located on the west coast of the island of Lombok. Senggigi Beach is not at Kuta Beach in Bali, but once we were here will feel like staying in Kuta Beach, Bali. Coastal beaches are still beautiful, even if there are still strewn garbage foliage because rarely cleaned. Very beautiful underwater scenery, and tourists can do as much snorkeling as the waves are not too big. Ketengah towering coral reefs cause large waves broke in the middle. There are also hotels with varying prices, from expensive to economically valuable hotel.

About half an hour by foot, the tourists can find the Batu Bolong in this beach. This is a temple built on a rock which is located on the waterfront. According to the local legend of yore often held sacrifice of a virgin to fed to the sharks in this place. Another legend says the first widely fielded women away from this place into the sea because of a broken heart. Also visible from Mount Agung in Bali.

Not far from Batu Bolong there is the tomb of a scholar. This is a sacred place for the followers of Wetu Telu.

Senggigi Beach, located in the north ward, is the most popular beaches and is famous for its beauty. The beach is located 12 kilometers northwest of Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB), Lombok, stretching nearly 10 miles long with white sand that seems to tempt you to sit on it and for a moment forget all your life routine, city traffic , and a breath of fresh air to enjoy the sea view of blue-green shades and enjoy the beautiful sunset at Senggigi beach.

Getting There

There are several alternatives to achieve Senggigi Beach, namely:

* From Bali; Arrive in Sheet Harbour, you can go straight to Senggigi beach with a bus 3/4 or chartered car with other passengers.

* From Jakarta and other big cities; Arriving at the airport, you can catch a taxi that will take to the hotel where you stay.

* From Ampenan, you can take a minibus is available from 06.00 AM to 06.30 PM for about Rp. 1.500-majors Ampenan Senggigi, or Senggigi-Ampenan

Where to Stay
Around Senggigi Beach there are many lodging that can be selected according to your needs. Ranging from five-star hotels, resorts, hotels jasmine up. Some places to stay that can be used as an alternative is the Holiday Inn, the Oberoi, Sheraton Senggigi, Melati Dua Cottage, Pool Villa Club, Panorama Cottage, and others.

Outdoor Dining
Along the coast, lined with restaurants that provide various types of dishes typical of Lombok and other types of dishes. During his time in Lombok, do not forget to taste the Taliwang Chicken and Watercress Plecing.
Round
If you want around Senggigi beach, but do not want to get tired, you can ride Cidomo "NTB typical freight pulled by a horse. Alternatively you can also walk around the beach

Things to See or Do
Many of the activities you can do here, such as swimming, canoeing, diving, snorkeling or just sunbathing and enjoying the scenery.

Souvenir
Along the Senggigi beach, there are many souvenir shops that offer goods Lombok crafts such as painting, handicrafts, woven cloth Lombok, pearl jewelry and others.

Tips

* Do not forget to bring sun block and bring extra clothes.
* Do not forget to bring a bathing suit.
* When you swim, please be careful because there are many coastal rocks.