9 Most Stunning Mountains around Indonesia

TIMESINDONESIA, JAKARTA – Indonesia is famous for its natural resources and its stunning mountainous views. TIMES Indonesia conducted a survey in TIMES Lovers (the loyal readers of TIMES Indonesia) to find out the 9 most stunning mountains around Indonesia. 

Lists of the Most Beautiful Mountains around Indonesia:

1.    Mount Bromo, Probolinggo, East Java

This gigantic mountain with its mesmerizing summit crater, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Indonesia. Travelers can enjoy the view of the marvelous sunrise from the peak of Mount Penanjakan, and they may also explore the exotic sea sand around it. 

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2. Mount Rinjani, Lombok

The place offers the best yet challenging trekking experience. On the summit, travelers will be welcomed by the stunning view of Lake Segara Anak as well as the mesmerizing view of Lombok Island from above. 

3. Dieng Plateau, Central Java

Dieng Plateau is a mountain tourism site that is well-known for its breathtaking nature phenomena, such as a large summit crater, lake, and the vast gardens. In addition to that, travelers may also explore the historical Hindu temple complex around this area. 

4. Mount Ijen, East Java

This mountain is famous for its blue fire phenomena and its stunning summit crater. Travelers may also see the traditional mining process of sulfur while enjoying the eye-pleasing sunrise from the peak.

5. Mount Semeru, Lumajang, East Java

This place is the highest mountain in Java Island, offers a challenging trekking experience and outstanding beauty of nature. The charm of Lake Ranu Kumbolo and the tropical forest along the hiking trail become the main attractions for travelers. 

6. Mount Batur, Bali 

It becomes one of the most favorite trekking destinations in Bali. It offers a mesmerizing sunrise view and beautiful panorama of Lake Batur. Travelers may also enjoy the hot spring bath located around the mountain site. 

7. Mount Sibayak, North Sumatra

The venue offers a relatively easy trekking experience and stunning view of summit crater. Travelers can also enjoy the refreshing breeze on the mountain and the hot spring bath located around the mountain slope. 

8. Mount Merapi, Yogyakarta

This magnificent mountain is one of the most active stratovolcanoes in Indonesia. Of course, it will be challenging for the travelers to hike on this volcano. After summit, the visitors will be able to see the lovely scenery of Yogyakarta city from above. 

Travelers may also visit the Mount Merapi Museum to learn more about the history of this volcano, as well as to learn the volcanic activity of this mountain. 

9. Mount Papandayan, West Java

This place offers mesmerizing scenery of an active summit crater, dead forest and a flower bed of Edelweiss. It is perfect for beginners as it has a relatively easy hiking trail and interesting scenery along the way. 

Those are the top 9 most beautiful mountains in Indonesia based on the recommendations given by the loyal readers of TIMES Indonesia. Explore the beauty of these mountains and enjoy the marvelous scenery! (*)

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