If you're looking for a demanding hike with stunning panoramic views in the Jepara area, Gunung 29 or Natas Angin (at Mt. Muria) are an excellent choice. Also check out Candi Agin. A convenient starting point is the front of Kedai Kopi Djaya in Tempur village. You can also start from Desa Rahtawu. The initial part of the trail is relatively easy, following a paved road. However, as you ascend, the path becomes steeper and more rugged. The effort is well worth it, as you'll be rewarded with breathtaking vistas of the surrounding countryside. While all the trails are popular, there are several rest stops along the way where you can grab refreshments. To avoid crowds and enjoy a more serene hike, consider visiting...
Read moreMount Muria located not too far from the city center of Kudus. The road is also easy to find. Early morning climb is suggested since this mountain is pretty popular for a newbie. Climbing this mountain is considered to be very easy. Shelters are available here and there. There are several warung or food stalls along the hike. Even at the summit, there is a food stall selling drinks and snacks and even food such as noodle etc. This mountain is also popular for the locals to do a religious ritual. There is a temple and some sacred site for the locals to do their rituals. Guide is...
Read moreMount Muria or Gunung Muria is a dormant volcano on the north coast of Java, Indonesia. It is located in the center of the Muria peninsula, which juts northward into the Java Sea on the north coast of Central Java, Indonesia east of Semarang, the capital of the province. Mount Muria is 1602 meters high but once was maybe twice that height. Mount Muria was once an island, separated from Java by the Muria Paleostrait. This strait closed...
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