Mount Tangkuban Parahu facts for kids
Tangkuban Parahu is an active volcano located in Indonesia. You can find it in Northern Bandung, specifically in Cikole, Lembang. It's about 20 kilometers (12 miles) away from the center of Bandung city in Western Java.
Tangkuban Parahu stands 2,084 meters (about 6,873 feet) above sea level. The temperature around the volcano is usually around 17 degrees Celsius (63 degrees Fahrenheit) during the day. At night, it can get much colder, sometimes dropping to 2 degrees Celsius (36 degrees Fahrenheit)!
What makes Tangkuban Parahu special is its unique shape. If you look at its peak from the side, it looks just like an overturned boat! This unusual shape is even part of a famous local story.
The Legend of Sangkuriang
There's a well-known legend of Sangkuriang that explains how Tangkuban Parahu came to be. This old story tells about a prince named Sangkuriang and his mother, Dayang Sumbi. The legend says that the volcano was formed when Sangkuriang failed to build a boat and a lake in one night, kicking the unfinished boat upside down.
Exploring the Craters
Tangkuban Parahu has several craters that visitors can see. Each crater has its own unique features. Some of the most famous ones include:
- Ratu crater
- Upas crater
- Domas crater
These craters often have steam rising from them, showing that the volcano is still active!
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