Gunung Argopuro, Stratovolcano in East Java, Indonesia.
Iyang-Argapura is a stratovolcano in East Java that rises to 3,088 meters and features a complex volcanic structure. Deep valleys carved throughout the mountain reach depths of about 3,300 feet (1,000 meters), creating a dramatic terrain shaped by past eruptions.
The volcano is reported to have last erupted in 1597, though this event is not clearly confirmed in historical records. The details of this activity remain uncertain and debated among researchers.
Communities living near the volcano grow crops on the mineral-rich soil and shape the landscape through their farming traditions. This agricultural practice connects people to the land and marks the seasons throughout the year.
The volcano can be accessed from the city of Bondowoso with the help of local guides who know the mountain well. The dry season from May to September offers the best conditions for hiking and exploring the slopes.
The crater has several explosion pits that continuously release volcanic gases, revealing that geological processes continue beneath the surface. These visible gas vents show that the mountain remains geologically active even without recent eruptions.
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