Awang Bay

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Awang Bay (Indonesian : Teluk Awang) is a bay in southeast Lombok, Indonesia, about 800 metres from the village of Ekas. It is a reputable surfing location. [1] Cliffs overlook the bay from both sides. [2]

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References

  1. Leonard Lueras; Lorca Lueras (2000). Surfing Indonesia (3rd ed.). Tuttle Publishing. p. 200. ISBN   962-593-853-2.
  2. Joshua Eliot; Liz Capaldi; Jane Bickersteth (2001). Indonesia handbook, Volume 3 (3rd ed.). Footprint Travel Guides. p. 799. ISBN   1-900949-51-2.

Coordinates: 8°52′S116°26′E / 8.87°S 116.43°E / -8.87; 116.43