Discovering the Enchanting Ijen Crater, Indonesia's Hidden Gem Travel Destination

1. blue fire  

The phenomenon of blue fire from Kawah Ijen is a rare phenomenon, even experts argue that this phenomenon is the only one in the world.

This rare phenomenon comes from high-pressure sulphur gas that gushes from rock crevices with temperatures reaching 600 degrees centigrade.

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While the blue colour is produced from the process of meeting sulfur gas and ambient air. 

2. Acid Crater  

Although it looks beautiful, but who would have thought that the crater water has an acid point to reach 0 which is very dangerous for living things.

Water with this level of acidity can dissolve various objects, including the human body. No wonder the Ijen Crater is called the largest acid crater in the world.

3. the largest crater on the island of Java  

Ijen Crater has a caldera of 5,466 hectares with a depth of 200 m, making Ijen Crater the largest caldera on the island of Java.

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This caldera is usually formed from an explosive eruption that is very powerful, causing the collapse of the mountain peak.

Ijen Crater has a tosca green colour that is so beautiful and fascinating. The colour of this crater is also one of the attractions for tourists to capture the moment. 

4. the Abundant Sulphur Mine 

In addition to enjoying the beauty of the blue fire, when visiting Ijen Crater, tourists can also see the activities of local people who do sulfur mining.

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