
From the heart of Bali's Kintamani District, Mount Batur stands as a majestic active volcano, boasting a captivating history that dates back millennia. The serene lake, a testament to the dramatic collapses of the mountain's magma chambers over 29,000 years ago.
From documented eruptions in 1804 to the more recent tremors in 2000, Mount Batur's volatile nature has long fascinated adventurers and tourists alike.
According to the ancient lore of Lontar Susana Bali, Mount Batur is revered as the sacred peak of Mount Mahameru, relocated by the divine Batara Pasupati to serve as the mystical abode of the Goddess Danu. Local traditions speak of pilgrimages to Batur, where offerings of Suwinih are made to safeguard fields from pests, blessing the land with fertility.
Tourists flock to Mount Batur to marvel at its awe-inspiring craters, tranquil calderas, and the shimmering expanse of Lake Batur. The waters of this lake flow underground, emerging as sacred springs revered as "Holy Water" in various parts of Bali.
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