THE HISTORY OF BURNI TELONG

THE HISTORY OF BURNI TELONG

On December 7, 1924, precisely delanir years ago, this Burni Telong Merapi volcano exploded and scorched down the entire village around the mountain. the heat of lavas and lava flows throughout the corners, Hundreds of hectares of gardens and rice fields of citizens destroyed burning hot flush of lava and lava from Mount Burni telong. 82 years later lava and lava that became a rock and scattered in several villages in the village of Jamur Ujung, Pante Raya Village, Simpang Balik Village, Lampahan which are all located in Bener Meriah Regency.

Worries and taste Trauma about the eruption of the volcano Burni telong still remains in the minds of Bener Meriah residents. when an earthquake measuring 8.9 on the Richter Scale triggered a tsunami wave on 26 December 2004, the panic of the surrounding villagers made terrifying fears and concerns, how badly they saw the rocks and the peak of the mountain began to crumble and the rumbling, the devastating earthquake had torn apart the tranquility and tranquility of the people around the mountains. some residents flee and seek a safe place to take shelter dikrenakan worries of the mountain berap [i that will erupt.

Burni Telong which in Indonesian is defined as a burning volcano, located at an altitude of 2,600 meters above sea level. The mountain is only five kilometers from Redeolong, the capital of Bener Meriah Regency and Rembele Airport (RBL). To reach the mountain that is often called Burni Cempege (mountain full of sulfur-red), there are several paths. One of them, through the Edelwais Line. Named Edelwais because along the path overgrown with flowers of Edelwais which by Gayo society is believed to be an eternal flower. This path begins with asphalt roads starting from the main intersection Takengon-Bireun up to the slopes Burni Telong precisely in the village of Bandar Lampahan Timang Gajah District which is 3 km.

Burni Telong
Habit of mountain climbers or moutaner and also for the layman, if they want to do the climb first coordinate with the local people, especially local young people. For those who are familiar with or familiar with the path and terrain of Burni Telong, it is not a problem but for migrants and tourists who have not or do not know further Burni Telong, they usually invite youth or community from around the region as a guide.
The condition of the field to reach to the peak height is rather steep. But, the path from Bandar Lampahan to the slopes is a favorite choice of nature lovers or mountain climbers. After passing through the rugged terrain, we find a cave, which is often used as a place to stay if you want to stay overnight for a few days.
At the heart of Burni Telong, pine trees stretch your eyes This is the only mountain of Merapi in the highlands of Gayo, Central Aceh and Bener Meriah. The mentioned cave can be used for picnics, while enjoying a soothing breeze.
A climber's heaven

If you do not want to get to the top, at the foot of the mountain, disebuah somewhat known place there are two pools of hot water baths, in Simpang Balik village. Hot water is sourced from Mount Borni Telong. Best fun to shower in the afternoon and evening because the water is rather hot. Visitors will feel a touch startle, but then feel delicious mixed cold.

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