Iya, Active stratovolcano in Ende, Indonesia

Mount Iya is an active stratovolcano in the south-central part of Flores, Indonesia, on a small peninsula south of Ende. It is a cone-shaped volcanic peak, and its last eruption was in 1969.

Mount Iya is a stratovolcano on a small peninsula south of Ende, in the south-central part of Flores. Its recorded eruptions include activity in 1969, the last time the volcano is known to have erupted. The cone rises directly from the coastal lowland south of the city.

Local communities cultivate rice and vegetable crops on the mineral-rich soil created by volcanic activity. Farming practices adapt to the steep terrain and volcanic landscape around the base.

Obtain necessary permits from local authorities before visiting and check current volcanic activity reports for safety information. Hiring a local guide familiar with the terrain and current conditions is highly recommended.

The volcano remains under scientific observation due to ongoing thermal activity detected beneath the surface. Its precise location serves as an important reference point for geological mapping and research in eastern Indonesia.