Tag: Volcano
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Tagaytay: Ash, Desolation, Hope
On January 12, 2020, the Taal Volcano erupted, spewing ash that fell down on nearby towns and even in cities as far as Metro Manila. The eruption, which produced a 100-meter ash column with some lava hours after, prompted the government to raise alert levels, forced the evacuation of residents, and grounded planes. Contrary to…
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Mount Bromo: Visiting Java’s Most Iconic Volcano
Mount Bromo is one of Indonesia’s most iconic volcanoes, famous for its otherworldly landscape, sunrise views from Penanjakan, and crater hike. In this guide, I’ll share my experience visiting Bromo from Probolinggo, plus practical tips on how to get there, costs, and what to expect. It’s already dark when I reach Probolinggo, just like Desy…
The Tourist Gaze 