Gunung Merbabu

Mount Merbabu rises to 3,145 meters above sea level, featuring twin summit peaks named Syarif and Taman with different vegetation zones from rainforest to alpine meadows.

The volcano experienced recorded eruptions in 1560 and 1797, with an unconfirmed eruption reported in 1570, marking its geological activity through centuries.

Before the Islamic period, the mountain was known as Damalung or Pamarihan, and hosted a meditation site visited by Bujangga Manik in the 15th century.

Five official hiking trails lead to the summit, with Selo route recommended for beginners and Wekas path preferred by experienced hikers seeking faster ascent.

The name Merbabu derives from the combination of 'meru' meaning mountain and 'abu' meaning ash, first appearing in Dutch colonial records.

Location: Boyolali

Location: Central Java

Elevation above the sea: 3,142 m

GPS coordinates: -7.45244,110.44082

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:43