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West Nusa Tenggara

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West Nusa Tenggara

West Nusa Tenggara is a province located in the western part of the Nusa Tenggara region of Indonesia. It consists of two main islands, Lombok and Sumbawa, as well as numerous smaller islands. With Mataram as its capital city and Lombok doubling as its largest city, West Nusa Tenggara covers an area of 19,675.89 square kilometers.

As of 2023, the population of West Nusa Tenggara amounts to 5.5 million people. Geographically, Lombok is mainly inhabited by the Sasak ethnic group along with the minority Balinese population. On the other hand, Sumbawa is inhabited by Sumbawa and Bimanese ethnic groups. Additionally, Dompu is also considered a majority ethnic group in West Nusa Tenggara. Other ethnic groups that inhabit the province include the Javanese, Bugis, East Nusa Tenggara, and Chinese people.

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West Nusa Tenggara’s economy

According to data from the West Nusa Tenggara Central Statistics Agency (BPS), the province’s Gross Domestic Regional Product (GRDP) as of 2023 reached Rp 103.9 billion. The largest contribution came from the agriculture, forestry, and fishing sector at Rp 22.6 billion, followed by the mining and quarrying sector which contributed Rp 18.2 billion to the province’s GRDP. The wholesale and retail trade sector, including the repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles sector, also contributed significantly to West Nusa Tenggara’s GRDP, achieving Rp 14.7 billion.

West Nusa Tenggara is also the host of the Mandalika Special Economic Zone (SEZ), which is expected to accelerate the potential of the tourism sector in the province. Initially proposed by PT Pengembangan Pariwisata Indonesia (Persero), the Mandalika SEZ has a concept of environmentally conscious tourism development, focusing on the construction of tourist attractions oriented towards the sustainability of environmental values and quality within the community. The SEZ is well known for its Mandalika International Street Circuit, located in the Mandalika resort area on Lombok Island. The circuit opened by hosting rounds of the Asia Talent Cup and Superbike World Championship in late 2021 and has been hosting Grand Prix motorcycle races since 2022.

Furthermore, national strategic projects (PSN) are being developed in East Nusa Tenggara, which encompasses sectors such as ports, airports, and dams. These projects include the development of Lombok Praya International Airport, the construction of dams such as Bintang Bano, Meninting, Beringin Sila, and Tiu Suntukm, and the development of facilities for processing and refining copper commodities by PT Amman Mineral Industri in West Sumbawa.

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Latest News

September 21, 2026

The Gili Indah tourist area of ​​North Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara Province had hosted the 2026 Gili Festival. The festival, included in the Tourism Ministry's Karisma Event Nusantara (KEN) calendar, took place from Aug. 10 to 12, 2026.

The event combined the spirituality of coastal communities with the internationally renowned marine tourism attractions. The core of the Gili Festival is the revival of the Safar Bathing tradition, locally known as Rebo Bontong.

This traditional ceremony is performed by the Gili Indah community every last Wednesday of the month of Safar, as a form of prayer for safety and protection from various diseases and dangers. This ritual is an expression of collective prayer that has been passed down through generations in the Sasak community.

The Mandi Safar ritual consists of two main stages, each rich with meaning:

  1. Pelarangan Hasil Bumi (The Release of Produce): The procession begins with a ritual release of produce into the sea, as a form of gratitude and an offering to the natural world that has been their source of livelihood;
  2. Bathing Together: After the release stage, the entire community plunges into the sea together. This communal bathing symbolizes purification, both spiritually and physically, and has become an integral part of the lives of the Gili Indah community

One of the unique features and main attractions of this ritual for tourists is its openness to everyone. Visitors are invited to experience the excitement of bathing together, regardless of position, social class, or gender.

Through the Mandi Safar ritual, the Sasak people of the Gili Indah area maintain harmony between humans, the Creator, and the sea, which has been their source of livelihood for generations.

Festival participants can enjoy this cleansing procession while gazing at the panoramic beauty of Gili's iconic beaches and sea. This combination of cultural rituals and natural beauty makes the Gili Festival a powerful tourism experience, where culture and nature merge in authentic harmony.

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