Mount Burni Telong

Mount Burni Telong is a mountain located in the central highlands, and has become the hallmark of the district. Mount Burni Telong is an active volcano and has erupted on December 7, 1924 causing severe damage to the surrounding environment, including agricultural land and settlements. Burni Telong that in the Indonesian language interpreted by the burning mountain, located at an altitude of 2,600 meters above sea level. This mountain is only five kilometers from Redeolong, the capital of the central highlands and Rembele Airport (RBL). To reach the mountain is often called Burni Cempege (mountain full of sulfur-red), there are several paths. One of them, through the Gaza Edelwais. Edelwais Named because it is overgrown path along which the public interest Edelwais Gayo believed to be a perennial flower. This path begins with the asphalt road from the main intersection Bireun Takengon-up to the slopes Burni Telong precisely in the village of Bandar Lampahan Buck Gajah District, a distance of 3 km. When you want to do the Ascent should consult with local youths to invite one or two of those participating, unless you already know the right terrain and mountain climbing lane Burni Telong. The condition of the field to reach the peak height is a bit steep. But the path from the Airport to the slopes of the mountain Lampahan is a favorite choice of nature lovers or mountaineers. After passing through steep terrain, we found a cave, which climbers often used as a place to stay if you want to stay for several days. At the height Burni Telong, expanse of pine trees spoil your eyes this is the only active volcano.