Some people say that you can find Bali in Lombok, but not Lombok in Bali, because Lombok is what Bali was, before all the development and tourism. Lombok's charm lies in its century-old culture, tranquil coastal areas with virgin white beaches, and green mountains. People The two major ethinicities that live in Lombok are the Balinese and the Sasaks. Bugis and Javanese also contribute to the growth of a unique cultural tradition of Lombok. Hinduism is the primary religion embraced by the Balinese in Lombok, while Moslem is the predominant religion of the Sasaks.
People mostly live on agriculture, and corn and sago are the primary staple.
The growth of tourism supports the small and home industries of rattan and bamboo handicrafts, terracottas, and ikat cloth . Perang literally means 'War,' and Topat is a kind of dish made out of cooked rice wrapped in woven young coconut leaves. An annual ceremony related to the legend of Princess Mandalika. Performed usually by a young woman in wedding parties or other celebratory occassions. A lucky gentleman can be invited to join her if she so chooses and taps him with the tip of her fan.