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Mount Cikuray

The title "Swiss Van Java" that carried by Garut is very suitable, because as we know that the natural conditions of this town surrounded by mountains that present some cool air in Garut.

The beauty of the mountains that surround the city is making a lot of climbers flock to enjoy the thrill of climbing mountains in Garut. And one of the most crowded mountain is Cikuray Mountain. Unlike other mountains that surround Garut, mountain Cikuray is not included into the category of active volcanoes, so it does not have a crater.
cikuray mountain, garut

Mount. Cikuray is a mountain that located in Garut, West Java. Cikuray mountain has an altitude of 2,821 meters above sea level and is the fourth highest mountain in West Java after Mount Gede. The mountain is located in the border districts Bayongbong, Cikajang, and Dayeuh Manggung.

For achieving Cikuray can be reached by public transport from Bandung or from Tasikmalaya to Terminal Guntur (Guntur Bus Station). From there forwarded by public transportation to the climbing lane, (Cikajang, Bayongbong or Dayeuh Manggung). The three of tracks offer a very interesting field with the characteristics of each. Bayongbong path is the The most precipitous path, but it can quickly get to the top. If you are not a resident of West Java, climbing Cikurai must be a package with Mt. Guntur and Mt. Papandayan. Both offer interesting climbing experiences.

The condition of forest is stil natural and well, from the starting point of the ascent up to the top of Cikuray. The forest was very dense and sparse sunlight to penetrate to the bottom. So there is no need to bring sunblock lotion antidote or ultraviolet light.

As we know that the path to Cikuray is very steep. But you have to know Cikuray also known it has a very beautiful scenary view of the summit. From the top of this mountain you can see a variety of mountain in Garut, such as of Papandayan and Guntur. If the weather is nice, Ciremai mountain can be seen from the summit of this mountain, and also you can see the tea plantations, the coastline in the southern town of Garut. Sunset and Sunrise at the top of the mountain is so cool. Beside that, you can see the sea of clouds that very cool and so suitable for photograph object, you can use that  as background for your picture. That's amazing. Just in  Cikuray top you can feel it.

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