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Indonesia is an archipelago and it is made of thousands of small islets. Lombok is one of those islets in Indonesia that are chained in the southern region of the nation and outskirt the Indian Ocean. The beauty of Lombok is praised in all over the world. You can also call it a land of festival as so many festivals are held throughout the year. Among these festivals is the Peraja Nyongkolang Festival of Lombok. This Peraja Nyongkolang Festival in Lombok is a popular marriage festival and so is one of the widely celebrated festivals of the island. The Peraja Nyongkolang Festival of Lombok is a colorful affair and is celebrated with much fanfare. In the Lombok traditiona, the Peraja Nyongkolang Festival of Lombok is celebrated on the wedding day of local couples. On the special day, the newly married couple is put into a litter and is marched around throughout the village in a bid to exhibit them. This Peraja Nyongkolang Festival of Lombok occurs year round every time a marriage takes place and the wedding guests are in a mood for some fun. However, the fun element is always accompanied with a degree of tradition. So also in the Peraja Nyongkolang Festival of Lombok. This can be seen in the design of the palanquins and the motifs that decorate them. Most of these are decorated like flying lions or like flying tigers and many other animals. So, while touring Lombok, you may easily find some procession of Peraja Nyongkolang. Besides, sometimes these Nyongkolang processions are also organized for the entertainment of the tourists. The caretaker of the hotel you will be staying at will be also able to tell you more details about the festival. Lombok is a very popular tourist attraction in Lombok. Some of the tourist spots are Ampenan, Cakranegara, Gili Islands, Gunung Rinjani and many more. If you get time you can visit these places and enjoy the natural beauty of the island. While visiting Lombok, try to make it during the period when it is held. Plunge into the festive mood and forget all your worries. Spend some days in the peaceful ambiance of Lombok and refresh yourself.
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