About Wayang-Windu
Wayang-Windu is a lava dome rising to 2,184 meters (7,166 feet) in Indonesia's Sunda-Banda Volcanic Regions. No historical eruptions have been recorded, though the volcano is classified based on geological evidence of past activity.
Geography & Climate
Wayang-Windu is located in Indonesia, within the Sunda Volcanic Arc of the broader Sunda-Banda Volcanic Regions. Situated at 7.21° S, 107.64° E in the Southern Hemisphere, the volcano lies within a tropical climate zone. At 2,184 meters above sea level, Wayang-Windu rises above the surrounding terrain into montane or subalpine conditions. The elevation creates distinct ecological zones along its flanks, from forested lower slopes to exposed rocky terrain near the summit. The volcanic landform is characterized as a minor, which describes the physical shape and structure of the volcanic edifice as observed from the surface.
GVP Reference Summary
Wayang-Windu, the site of a geothermal prospect, is a series of andesitic lava domes about 30 km S of Bandung and immediately S of Malabar volcano. Both Gunung Wayang and Gunung Windu have fumarolic areas. The age of the latest eruptive activity is not known, but Bogie and MacKenzie (1997) reported K-Ar dates of 0.49 Ma (G. Wayang), 0.19 Ma (G. Bedil), and 0.10 Ma (G. Windu).
— Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program
0 Recorded Eruptions
No eruption records available for Wayang-Windu.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wayang-Windu
Is Wayang-Windu an active volcano?+
Wayang-Windu is not currently classified as active. Its activity evidence is listed as "unknown." No recorded eruptions have been documented. However, no volcano is ever considered permanently extinct.
How high is Wayang-Windu?+
Wayang-Windu has a summit elevation of 2,184 meters (7,166 feet) above sea level. At 2,184 meters, it is comparable in height to many significant mountain peaks and stands well above the tree line.
What type of volcano is Wayang-Windu?+
Wayang-Windu is classified as a Lava dome. Lava dome volcanoes have distinct geological characteristics that set them apart from other volcanic types.
Where is Wayang-Windu located?+
Wayang-Windu is located in Indonesia, in the Sunda-Banda Volcanic Regions. More specifically, it lies within the Sunda Volcanic Arc. Its exact coordinates are -7.213° latitude, 107.637° longitude.
Is it safe to visit Wayang-Windu?+
Wayang-Windu can generally be visited, but as with any volcano, visitors should check local conditions and any advisory notices before traveling. Indonesia may have specific regulations for accessing volcanic areas. Guided tours are often the safest and most informative way to experience a volcano.
