Kelam, Granite monolith in Sintang, Indonesia
Mount Kelam rises as a massive granite dome 1,002 meters above the flat landscape of West Kalimantan with steep rocky sides throughout. The entire formation is made of exposed stone that shapes the entire view of the region.
A German botanist explored the mountain five times in 1894 and documented its plant life and geological features. These explorations brought scientific attention to the region.
Local communities near the mountain practice traditional crafts like weaving and basket-making that shape daily life in their settlements. These skills remain visible in homes and in how people use the surrounding spaces.
Visitors should expect limited facilities along the way and start their journey from the nearby town of Sintang. Careful preparation is needed since few services are available during the climb.
The mountain is the only natural home to a rare carnivorous plant that grows only on the granite surface at higher elevations. This plant can be spotted during exploration of the upper areas if you look carefully.
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