Tradition and Beaches Blend in Lombok, Indonesia
I remember one of the participants of the #TripofWonders asked, “What’s our itinerary for tomorrow?”
“I guess in a village. Looks not really interesting.” I replied. (Shame on me that I could really say those words!)
Karma strikes as fast as it could. I checked the guide book and I saw the word T-R-A-D-I-T-I-O-N-A-L. Oh, wait, did I just say uninteresting? I adore every tradition. It’s one of the reasons why I keep wandering. So let me take that shameful response away and give you a bit of the not-so-usual experience I had instead.
What’s that not-so-usual experience, you ask?
It’s when old and modern fuse.
Wishing to come back in old days where life seems slower but not brave enough to leave the comfort of the modern world? I got your back!
You can observe the patience of amazing women, weaving scarf and sarong with unique designs, by using traditional and basic tools.
As you made your picks, you can proudly wear these comfortable clothes and match them with handmade accessories, also made by the women of the village. Surely, those will support the details of today’s fashion.
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It’s when land and water go together.
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