Sunrise as seen from Mt Batur

The next morning it was the inevitable climb up Mt Batur. There is nothing to do in Penelokan except a trek up the volcano (inactive for some years now), play the role of a responsible tourist and get to know the lowdown on the history of eruptions in Bali. The trek started very early at 4 am, and trying to make sense of the unfamiliar terrains of the volcano without a flash light was a new experience (I didn’t bring my torchlight). Very different from the tropical rainforests which I am more able to identify with. Anyways, the trek up was well worth all the sweat and bruises. In short, the view from up there during sun rise was indescribable. What can I say? I can only liken it to a beautiful woman who doesn’t need any amount of makeup and can still dazzle.