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Lombok is a member among the several islets that form the largest archipelago of Indonesia. It lies in the eastern side of its sister island Bali and is only few minutes away from it. Lombok is a small region full of natural beauties as its treasure. If you are in search of peace, visit Lombok in your holidays. However, try to visit during the middle of April and be a part of the famous festival called Gendang Beleq in Lombok. Gendang Beleq is one of the most popular festivals in Lombok. Gendang Beleq is in fact a dance festival that is performed annually in the month of April. This is a native festival of Lombok. In the prehistoric era, Gendang Beleq was performed during the occasions like farewell of the soldiers who were going to face the war and also to welcome them from the warfronts. However, gradually Gendang Beleq became a more general festival and now it is performed in various occasions such as marriage ceremonies, in a parade called Nyongkolan and also for the entertainment of the important guests in Lombok. The dance that is performed in the Gendang Beleq festival is called Gandrung. The dance involves two huge drums to accompany it. The word “Beleq” means huge and the other word “Gendang” stands for drum. The drums make loud noises, which in turn signify the essence that makes war. The ethnicity of the orchestra, Gendang Beleq attracts music lovers of all around the world. However, you will find this unique cultural activity only in Lombok. Sometimes, a group of forty members perform this dance. The festival is primarily a festival of love and mostly young people take part in this dance. All the performers wear colorful dresses while dancing. The view is really very beautiful. Who knows, you might get a chance to participate in this wonderful dance while visiting the land of Lombok. If you get it luckily, do not waste the chance and perform before the village. Enjoy yourself. So what are you waiting for? Go ahead with your plan and visit Lombok in Indonesia. Be a part of their culture and plunge into the festive mood.
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