Situated in the north-eastern region of Bali, the Batur Caldera stands as a testament to the area’s tumultuous geological history. Surrounded by villages and sacred sites, it hosts the active Gunung Batur volcano.
Residents within the caldera contend with ongoing risks such as eruptions, lava flows, and agricultural pollution while earning their livelihoods by cultivating crops in the nutrient-rich volcanic soil. Additionally, some exploit the area’s resources, extracting mineral-rich rocks and soil for sale to farmers throughout the region.
