In East Java, you can find the spectacular Ijen volcano, also known as the "Blue fire volcano". This nickname is due to the rare phenomenon of blue fire that attracts a mass of tourists at night.
The Ijen volcano is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular volcanoes in the world. In addition to the "blue fire", you can also find impressive sulfur mines where miners bring heavy blocks of sulfur from the ground every day. It is a dangerous profession. Not only because of the harmful sulfur gases but also due to the heavy effort and extreme conditions in which they work.
The rugged landscape and the bright turquoise crater lake are breathtakingly beautiful. The combination of this stunning nature and the daily life of the local people makes the Ijen volcano a fascinating yet confronting destination during your trip through Java.