Mount Marapi
Active volcano in West Sumatra, Indonesia / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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This article is about the mountain in West Sumatra. Not to be confused with Mount Merapi.
The Marapi (Jawi: ماراڤي), or Mount Marapi (Indonesian: Gunung Marapi, Minangkabau: Gunuang Marapi, Jawi: ڬونوواڠ ماراڤي), is a complex volcano in West Sumatra, Indonesia, and is the most active volcano in Sumatra. Like that of its quasi-homonym on Java, its name means "Mountain of Fire". Its elevation is 2,885 metres (9,465.2 ft). Several cities and towns are situated around the mountain including Bukittinggi, Padang Panjang, and Batusangkar. The volcano is also popular among hikers.[2]
Quick Facts Marapi, Highest point ...
Marapi | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 2,884 m (9,462 ft)[1] |
Prominence | 2,116 m (6,942 ft) |
Listing | Ultra Ribu |
Coordinates | 00°22′48″S 100°28′27″E[1] |
Geography | |
West Sumatra, Indonesia | |
Parent range | Barisan Mountains |
Geology | |
Mountain type | Complex volcano |
Last eruption | 3 December 2023 |
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