Mount Besar, Stratovolcano in southeastern Sumatra, Indonesia.
Mount Besar rises 1,899 meters above sea level, forming a conical shape with layers of volcanic materials along the western side of Sumatra.
The volcanic system experienced its most recent eruption in April 1940, marking a significant event in the geological records of Indonesian volcanoes.
Local Indonesian communities maintain traditional practices influenced by the presence of Mount Besar, adapting their agricultural methods to the mineral-rich volcanic soil.
Visitors need to arrange transportation through nearby towns, as the volcanic area requires guided access and adherence to current safety regulations.
The northern, southern, and western flanks of Mount Besar contain the Marga Bayur solfatara field, which aligns with the Semangko fault system.
Location: South Sumatra
Elevation above the sea: 1,899 m
GPS coordinates: -4.43722,103.67139
Latest update: May 25, 2025 07:47
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