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Here are 3 big famous traditional market you can explore during your visitation in Mataram city. Live in the city doesn’t mean the citizen always need the mall right? 

Here in Mataram, the traditional Markets keep growth and being the first choice to hunting fresh and cheap commodity of household materials.

Especially the women, who will bussy bussy and bussy about the food and how to serve better for the family. And as a guest who might come for the first time in Mataram city, here is 3 big famous traditional market you could explore.

1. Mandalika Traditional Market

Mandalika Traditional market also known as name Bertais is one of the big and famous traditional market located  in the eastern part of Mataram City, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB). To be precise, this market is located in Bertais Village, Sandubaya District.

From the Unizar Journal of Technology and Science, as well as a number of other sources, Pasar Mandalika is a traditional market located on Jalan Pasar Bertais, Mataram City, West Nusa Tenggara. The market has an area of approximately 17,871 square meters and houses around 1,756 traders and 97 shop units. 

As one of the main markets in Mataram, Pasar Mandalika offers a wide range of products, including spices, fruits, vegetables, meat, and fresh fish. The bustling activity in this market reflects the vibrant local life and is an attraction for tourists who want to experience the atmosphere of a Big  traditional Indonesian market.

This market is one of the traditional markets that supply a variety of goods at wholesale and retail prices. Various crops and goods originating from various regions in West Nusa Tenggara, will usually be sent here, and then traders from other markets in Mataram City will come to buy in large quantities, for further resale.

The daily operating hours are from 7am to 5pm, even suppliers from other districts usually arrive at around 4am. Of course, this provides an opportunity for people and tourists to shop and experience traditional market life in Mataram.

For your information, this market is located in the same area as the inter-city and provincial bus terminals, as well as a warehousing complex. 

Clik here to see map location of this market.

2. Kebon Roek

Not much different from Mandalika, Kebon Roek located on the suburbs of Mataram at Adi Sucipto Street, also has its own charm. This market is located in a strategic location, because it is at the crossroads of the tourism route.

Keep in mind, Kebon Roek is the most chosen route for tourists coming and going to Senggigi and Mataram. In addition, this market also an option for culinary tourism for 7 days a week.

From morning until evening, traditional snacks are always available here. Starting from the legendary meatballs that have even existed since I was very kids, to various types of wet snacks typical of Lombok are here.

Oh and also, Kebon Roek also a business center. Just by walking across the market gate you'll find several national bank and ATM centre.

Then if you want to find household needs and buy or sell jewelry, you can walk a little to the west, then a number of Gold shops and household goods stores such as Mr. DIY are available.

To the east, a number of motorcycle repair shops and dealers, as well as a junior high school will be found. Not only that, but there are also a number of grocery stores and groceries.

Feeling  bored of the market and want to grab a coffee? Don't worry, there are several small cafes, bakeries and fast food restaurants. From Arabic, Chinese, Italian or Lombok specialties, they are all here.

The operating hours are almost same as Mandalika, around 4am. There are already some traders loading and unloading merchandise on that ealy morning. The market will close at around 6pm, but sometimes in the afternoon, some vendors are still open until 7pm.

For me personally, Kebon Roek is like an ‘all-in one location’,  Everything you need justavailable there. In addition, the vegetables sold here are fresh. Not to mention fruits, which can be bought at a cheaper price in no less fresh condition.

3. Pagesangan

If Mandalika and Kebon Roek are located on the suburbs of the city, then Pagesangan traditional market is located right in the heart of Mataram.This market is a traditional one located on Jalan Gajah Mada, Pagesangan Village, Mataram District, Mataram City.

Its location so close to the government center, trade center, and College or other educational facilities. In addition, around this market, there are shops of various types of businesses.

However, the market situation is not much different, including the various goods traded. However, the prices of a number of commodities, in my opinion, are still slightly more expensive than the two previous traditional markets.

But the fact is, this condition does not affect thecitizen or market visitors who want to shop. Especially those who live in Mataram, the workers who are closer to this market.

Because it is located right in the heart of the city, and is a crossing point for workers and students, no wonder that this market remains busy every day. For operating hours, this market is open from 5am to 2pm only.

4. Karang Jasi

This market is a bit different, especially in terms of operating hours. While the three traditional markets above usually close in the afternoon or evening, this one is open until 8 or 9pm.

Karang Jasi Market is located in the heart of Mataram too, precisely in the business and shopping area around Karang Jangkong, Cilinaya. Precisely on Jalan Ismail Marzuki, Mataram.

What's interesting is that this market is located right on the street behind the old Mataram mall. This market also provides a variety of needs that are quite complete. Its location, which is very close to the Hindu (Balinese) community, makes this market seem to have its own vibes.

A number of facilities that are easily found and indeed close to this market include the Mosque, Mataram Mall, College and access to a number of main roads and shopping centers in the city of Mataram.

For those who are busy from morning to evening, or even boarders who need to shop in the evening, this market is the perfect place to shop. The prices are also quite competitive.