Lombok is one of the small islands in Indonesia, but it has a lot of beauty. Maybe for some people, they just want to enjoy the natural beauty such as beaches, mountains, waterfalls, or others. However, Lombok also has Mataram as the capital city which is no less good to visit if you want to go to Lombok.

Each region usually has a different culture, therefore, Lombok also has different customs. If you want to enjoy the vibes as a local, you can visit the following places.

Jalan Udayana (Udayana Street)

On Udayana Street, there are many activities that you can do such as sports. There are many sports that you can do in this place such as running, walking, even playing basketball because the government provides a basketball court here.

And if you who want to experience something new on the island of Lombok, you can join the Car Free Day which is held every week on Udayana Street. This Car Free Day is held from the morning around 5 am. Along the way you will also find many unique things such as mothers doing gymnastics, stalls along the road, and various other activities.

In this place there is also a spot named Teras Udayana. Here you could enjoy the beauty of the night in the city of Mataram, sometimes there are activities to carry out art performances. There are also many culinary options available along the way. No need to worry about going hungry with your loved ones. So, for those of you who like to enjoy things like this, this place is perfect for you.

Taman Sangkareang (Sangkareang Park)

One of the places you must visit is also the Sangkareang Park. In this park, there are many culinary delights that you can try and there is a basketball court for those of you who want to exercise. If you are happy to be in Sangkareang just to enjoy culinary or just sit, you will find many buskers approaching you. Sometimes the songs they sing are regional songs, this gives a different impression from other areas.

In fact, there are also various games available here such as balloon houses, coloring places, fishing rods, and motorbikes. For those of you who want to do activities with children, this place could be the right recommendation for those of you who want to bring kids. 

Taman Budaya (Budaya Park)

Taman Budaya (Budaya Park) is basically a place that is usually used to display various art-themed events. However, you will find a different sensation because in the afternoon until evening, along the road in front of Taman Budaya there are many street vendors selling food. You will feel like you are on a culinary tour.

For those of you who like to enjoy the night by eating, then this place is the most suitable for you. Because here there are so many culinary delights that you can enjoy with the bustling view of the city of Mataram. The downside is, this place is close to a major highway. But, foor those of you who are allergic to dust, eating here is not recommended to come here.

These places can be visited if you have an interest in local culture in Lombok. You can experience the experiment of being a local by visiting these places.