Hidden behind the vast green rice fields of Poto Village, Moyo Hilir District, lies a noble tradition that continues to thrive to this day: Nesek, the traditional art of Sumbawan weaving. In Semeri Hamlet, this practice is not merely a daily activity, but a living cultural heritage preserved in the skilled hands of Sumbawan women.

Di balik hamparan sawah hijau Desa Poto, Kecamatan Moyo Hilir, tersimpan sebuah tradisi luhur yang terus berdenyut hingga kini: Nesek, seni menenun kain khas Sumbawa. Di Dusun Semeri, aktivitas ini bukan sekadar rutinitas, melainkan warisan budaya yang hidup di tangan-tangan terampil para perempuan Sumbawa.

Nesek, which means weaving, is traditionally carried out during the period after the rice has been planted and before the harvest season arrives. As nature rests, the women fill their days by intertwining thread after thread, creating woven fabrics known as kre alang, each rich in meaning and symbolism.

Every motif woven into the fabric is born from imagination, local wisdom, and stories drawn from the lives of the Sumbawan people. The process demands great patience and considerable time, making each piece of cloth a work of art with cultural and economic value that reflects its complexity.

Visiting Semeri Hamlet is not only about seeing woven textiles, but also about connecting with the soul of Sumbawa, feeling the warmth of its culture, witnessing the Nesek process firsthand, and bringing home a story beautifully woven into cloth. It is an authentic experience that leaves a lasting impression on anyone who visits Sumbawa Regency.