At north Jogjakarta, you can find a big mountain which is categorized as volcano mountain, named as Merapi Mountain. Scientists say that Merapi Mountain is a part of fire belt length of Asia and Pasific. So, no wonder that Sumatra, Java, Bali and Lombok have tens of volcano mountain inside. Indonesia is being a dangerous country, but also beautiful where you can see, observed and trek the mountain.

In February -  May 2006, it was being frighten month in southern Jogjakarta and Jawa Tengah, because Merapi Mountain on its fire. Everyday, you can see lava and hot cloud turned out. It was beautiful! You can see some photos which the hot cloud danced in the blue sky, so wide and dangerous. I'm lucky to see this, so I prepare my camera and shot the moment.
Some tips that you may need in the location:

• Prepare your camera and tripod, always turn on because you can predict when the eruption will be happened
• Stay in safety place. Although the eruption is beautiful, but it's deadly. Contact you local fixer to make sure the place.
• The best shot is in the morning, at 4-6 am, so prepare for an early wake up
• Don't forget to bring raincoat, meal and fresh water
• Be patient, enjoying your day

photo: tourjogja.com / Irwan Bramantyo

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