About Lurus
Lurus is a complex rising to 507 meters (1,663 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
Lurus is located in Indonesia, within the Sunda Volcanic Arc of the broader Sunda-Banda Volcanic Regions. Situated at 7.74° S, 113.58° E in the Southern Hemisphere, the volcano lies within a tropical climate zone. With a summit elevation of 507 meters above sea level, Lurus is a moderately sized peak that remains accessible to hikers and researchers for much of the year. The volcanic landform is characterized as a composite, which describes the physical shape and structure of the volcanic edifice as observed from the surface.
GVP Reference Summary
The small Lurus volcanic complex along the northern coast of eastern Java, north of the Iyang-Argapura massif, produced leucite-bearing rocks followed by later eruptions of andesitic and trachytic composition. This little known complex was mapped as subrecent-to-recent age by van Bemmelen (1949b). Ringgit, 30 km E also along the N coast of Java, was dated at 1.2-0.5 Ma.
— Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program
0 Recorded Eruptions
No eruption records available for Lurus.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lurus
Is Lurus an active volcano?+
Lurus 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 Lurus?+
Lurus has a summit elevation of 507 meters (1,663 feet) above sea level. At 507 meters, it is a relatively low-elevation volcano.
What type of volcano is Lurus?+
Lurus is classified as a Complex. Complex volcanoes have distinct geological characteristics that set them apart from other volcanic types.
Where is Lurus located?+
Lurus is located in Indonesia, in the Sunda-Banda Volcanic Regions. More specifically, it lies within the Sunda Volcanic Arc. Its exact coordinates are -7.739° latitude, 113.580° longitude.
Is it safe to visit Lurus?+
Lurus 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.
