rengate

Rengate is a town in the Sragen Regency, Central Java, Indonesia. It is situated approximately 15 kilometers northwest of Solo, the capital city of the Surakarta Hadiningrat or Solo Sultanate. The town has a long history tied to the surrounding volcanic landscape, which has led to significant ash fall upon Rengate and its surrounding plains.

In terms of climate, Rengate experiences a tropical savanna climate, characterized by relatively high temperatures and distinct wet and dry seasons. It is located within the catchment area of the Bengawan Solo River, one of Indonesia's longest and most important rivers, and the area receives heavy rainfall during the wet season. The region's climate is subject to the rotating winds circulating across Indonesia and with monsoonal influences.

Rengate experiences a relatively high level of geomorphological activity due to its location close to an active volcano, Gunung Lawu. Notably, the surrounding terrain has been shaped over 200,000 years by volcanic ash fall from Maedan erosion, resulting in a local landscape characterized by periodic shifting plains. Additionally, an eolian sand filled Rengate's highlands and shallow dry valley lakes can be found close by.

The economy of the town relies heavily on agriculture, which is the primary sector accounting for a sizeable portion of local GNP. Most major crops such as rice and ground potatoes are grown in the warmer wet season, proving the overall significant economic ability of the town throughout various climactic seasons. There are limited other sectors, with no substantial secondary sectors compared to agriculture in Rengate itself.