The most beautiful volcanoes in the world (20 photos)

The Anak Krakato volcano is located on the island of Krakatoa. In 1883, the volcanic eruption was so powerful that it was recognized as "the most powerful volcanic explosion in the history of modern times."

The shape of Japan's Mount Fuji is almost perfect. It is still considered active, despite the fact that the last eruption was here in 1708. Except beautiful scenery and snow-capped peaks, the bullet train from Tokyo to Yokohama awaits tourists here.

In a picture taken in April 2010, the eruption Icelandic volcano co complicated name- Eyjafjallajokull. That year's blowout created many problems for airlines carrying passengers. Due to the cancellation of more than a hundred flights, thousands of passengers were forced to sit in airports waiting for the clouds of smoke and ash to subside.

In a national park called " Hawaiian volcanoes» Mauna Loa is located. This is the most big volcano our planet.

The tallest of all active volcanoes Etna is considered to be located in the eastern part of the island of Sicily. Guides lead groups of tourists to the very crater of the volcano. Therefore, scientists always closely monitor the activity of Etna.

The eruption of the Fogo volcano on the island of Cape Verde local residents often flee and seek shelter in a calmer neighboring island- Brava.

Pacaya volcano is located in the city of Antigua (Guatemala). Despite systematic small eruptions, tourists often climb to the top. From here opens unforgettably beautiful view.

Vesuvius volcano is as temperamental and hot as the Italians themselves. He has a rather colorful and "stormy" past. The strongest eruptions volcanoes caused the death of two cities - Pompeii and Herculaneum in 79, claimed the lives of 218 people in 1906 and led to serious destruction of several nearby cities.

Villarrica is one of the most active volcanoes Chile. In summer it is popular route For hiking and in winter - skiing. From here you have excellent views of the surroundings.

Climb to snow-capped peak Shishaldin volcano in Alaska can only be climbed by professional climbers. Lovers and ordinary tourists it is better to choose another route.

The Bromo Volcano in Indonesia has long been a site of human sacrifice. After a special ritual, living people were simply thrown into the mouth of the volcano. Today, Indonesians do this with their dead.

The volcanic island of Stromboli is very large and extremely active. It is often referred to as the "Lighthouse of the Mediterranean".

The most high point on the North Island of New Zealand is the volcano Ruapehu. On its slopes are perfectly combined green forests and snow. Last eruption volcano was in 2007.

Main volcano Ecuador Cotopaxi in shape is as close as possible to the conical. In addition to numerous climbers, small hummingbirds can be found on its slopes.

Actually big island on Galapagos Islands, Isabela, there are as many as six volcanoes. Four of them are still active. On the stone slopes you can find many turtles peacefully basking in the sun.

As beautiful as the Mayon Volcano in the Philippines is dangerous. He systematically demonstrates his "character". This year, during the ascent to the top, seven people died here.

The top of the stratovolcano of the Indonesian volcano Agung is especially beautiful at sunset and at night. Therefore, climbs at this time are especially popular among tourists. In 1963, a volcanic eruption claimed the lives of 150 people and wiped out an entire village from the face of the earth.

Poas in Costa Rica is recognized as the most beautiful volcano in the world. Since 1971 he has been part of national park. The last eruption was observed in 2011.

The eruption of St. Helena in America in 1980 destroyed many roads, fertile fields, bridges and claimed the lives of fifty people. From the crater of the volcano, clouds of smoke are still often knocked out, reminiscent of the power hidden in its depths.

Volcano Yasur on the island of Tana is not only beautiful, but also very active. But still, there were daredevils who climbed close to the crater of the volcano with boiling magma.

In this post, I want to show you a selection of the most beautiful volcanoes in the world. Volcano is a beauty that can kill you, but which can not be admired.

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The Anak Krakato volcano is located on the island of Krakatoa. In 1883, the volcanic eruption was so powerful that it was recognized as "the most powerful volcanic explosion in the history of modern times."

The shape of the Chinese Fujiyama volcano is almost perfect. It is still considered active, despite the fact that the last eruption was here in 1708. In addition to beautiful scenery and snow-capped peaks, tourists can expect here a bullet train from Tokyo to Yokohama.


In the picture taken in April 2010, the eruption of the Icelandic volcano with a complicated name - Eyyafyadlayokyudl. That year's blowout created many problems for airlines carrying passengers. Due to the cancellation of more than a hundred flights, thousands of passengers were forced to sit in airports waiting for the clouds of smoke and ash to subside.


Mauna Loa is located in the Hawaiian Volcanoes National Park. This is the largest volcano on our planet.


The highest of all active volcanoes is Etna, located in the eastern part of the island of Sicily. Guides lead groups of tourists to the very crater of the volcano. Therefore, scientists always closely monitor the activity of Etna.


The eruptions of the Fogo volcano on the island of Cape Verde force the locals to often flee and seek shelter on the more peaceful neighboring island of Brava.


Pacaya volcano is located in the city of Antigua (Guatemala). Despite systematic small eruptions, tourists often climb to the top. From here, an unforgettably beautiful view opens up.


Vesuvius volcano is as temperamental and hot as the Italians themselves. He has a rather colorful and "stormy" past. The strongest volcanic eruptions caused the death of two cities - Pompeii and Herculaneum in 79, claimed the lives of 218 people in 1906 and led to serious destruction of several nearby cities.


Villarrica is one of the most active volcanoes in Chile. It is a popular hiking route in summer and skiing in winter. From here you have excellent views of the surroundings.


Only professional climbers will be able to climb the snow-capped peak of the Shishaldin volcano in Alaska. Fans and ordinary tourists are better off choosing a different route.


The Bromo Volcano in Indonesia has long been a site of human sacrifice. After a special ritual, living people were simply thrown into the mouth of the volcano. Today, Indonesians do this with their dead.


The volcanic island of Stromboli is very large and extremely active. It is often referred to as the "Lighthouse of the Mediterranean".


The highest point on New Zealand's North Island is Mount Ruapehu. Green forests and snow perfectly combine on its slopes. The last volcanic eruption was in 2007.


The main volcano of Ecuador, Cotopaxi, is as close as possible to a conical shape. In addition to numerous climbers, small hummingbirds can be found on its slopes.


The largest island in the Galapagos, Isabela, has six volcanoes. Four of them are still active. On the stone slopes you can find many turtles peacefully basking in the sun.


As beautiful as the Mayon Volcano in the Philippines is dangerous. He systematically demonstrates his "character". This year, during the ascent to the top, seven people died here.


The top of the stratovolcano of the Indonesian volcano Agung is especially beautiful at sunset and at night. Therefore, climbs at this time are especially popular among tourists. In 1963, a volcanic eruption claimed the lives of 150 people and wiped out an entire village from the face of the earth.


Poas in Costa Rica is recognized as the most beautiful volcano in the world. Since 1971 it has become part of the national park. The last eruption was observed in 2011.


The eruption of St. Helena in America in 1980 destroyed many roads, fertile fields, bridges and claimed the lives of fifty people. From the crater of the volcano, clouds of smoke are still often knocked out, reminiscent of the power hidden in its depths.


Volcano Yasur on the island of Tana is not only beautiful, but also very active. But still, there were daredevils who climbed close to the crater of the volcano with boiling magma.

On March 11, 2012, photographer Andrew Hall captured Santa Maria, a large active volcano in western highlands Guatemala (state in Central America), the first eruptions of which began about 30 thousand years ago. In October 1902, the eruption was so powerful that one of the sides collapsed, the explosion was heard 800 kilometers away, the ash column rose 28 kilometers, then about 6 thousand people died.

People, at their own peril and risk, come close to the Popocatepetl volcano to look at the emissions of ash and steam.
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A massive ash cloud rises into the sky in Tongariro National Park, 300 kilometers north of Wellington. New Zealand, November 21, 2012. The first eruption occurred about 250 thousand years ago. The Tongariro volcano is also known for the fact that the science fiction film The Lord of the Rings (2000-2003) was filmed on its slopes. After sleeping for 115 years, the volcano woke up on August 7, 2012, in connection with which dozens of flights were canceled.

Volcano called Plosky Tolbachik. Photo taken on Far East Russia, on the Kamchatka Peninsula, December 7, 2012. Last time the eruption was recorded in 1976.

On September 19, 2012, two consecutive eruptions of the Gamalama volcano occurred on the island of Ternate in Indonesia.
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In Kamchatka, Russia, on November 29, 2012, the Plosky Tolbachik volcano erupts.

The eruption of the stratovolcano Etna on April 1, 2012, located on east coast Sicily. It is the highest active volcano in Europe. According to legend, it got its name in honor of the Sicilian nymph Etna, the daughter of Heaven and Earth.

Large cumulus clouds of ash and steam erupt from the Popocatepetl volcano (translated as "Smoking Hill"). Photo taken in central state Puebla, Mexico, April 25, 2012.

Photo of lava in Halema`uma`u crater Kilauea volcano located on Hawaiian Islands, October 22, 2012.

Collision of icy water and fiery lava of Calapan. Photo taken on a volcanic island in the Pacific Ocean, Hawaii, November 27, 2012.

Steam rises after the lava meets ocean water in Hawaii.

Pele's hair (named after the ancient Hawaiian goddess of fire) in the crater of the Kilauea volcano in Hawaii on May 3, 2012. They are thin strands of volcanic glass that are blown by the wind from fountains of liquid lava beating upwards. Pele's hair covers large area downwind of the crater.

The stratovolcano Tinakula is located in the southern part Pacific Ocean, 2300 kilometers northeast of Brisbane, Australia. After a series of tsunamis and volcanic activity in 1971, the island became uninhabited. You can see a plume of volcanic gas with a small amount of ash rising over the island.

A column of smoke rises from the Popocatepetl volcano in Mexican state Puebla, 24 May 2012. The photo also shows the dome of the church of Nuestra Señora de los Remedios.

The eruption of the underwater volcano Le Havre (center) on July 19 and 20, 2012. The photo was taken among the remote Kermadec Islands, northeast of New Zealand.

The stratovolcano Etna near the village of Zafferana on April 12, 2012.

The active volcano Tungurahua, which is located in the Ecuadorian Andes in the Sangay National Park. Tungurahua throws out a large cloud of ash nearby cities August 21, 2012. Authorities have urged residents to evacuate due to the increased activity of the volcano, local media reported.

Ashes and steam are ejected by the Popocatepetl volcano (the second highest mountain in Mexico after the peak of Orizaba - 5675 meters), September 30, 2012.

At the end of 2011, a newly formed volcanic island(so far unnamed), which has grown by 530 - 710 meters in a few months.

Volcano de Fuego erupts in western Guatemala on September 13, 2012. Due to volcanic ash and lava, more than 33,000 people were evacuated from neighboring communities.

Lava flows were recorded on October 17, 2012. Photo of Kilauea, the youngest of Hawaii's land-based volcanoes and one of the most active active volcanoes on Earth.

Lava splashes from Kilauea on May 14, 2012.

Kilauea Crater, Hawaii, November 27, 2012.

Mount Etna spews volcanic ash in the southern Italian island Sicily, January 5, 2012.

Etna's lava flows down the slopes of Mount Etna on February 9, 2012.

Volcanic ash clouds rise over Sicily on April 1, 2012.

The Tungurahua volcano in Ecuador erupts lava and ash on August 21, 2012.

In early 2012, a series of eruptions occurred at the Puyehue Cordon volcano in Chile.
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Tungurahua in Ecuador on August 21, 2012.

Popocatepetl spews lava and smoke on April 24, 2012.

Clouds of gas and ash from the active volcano Tungurahua, 178 kilometers south of Quito, on May 23, 2012.

The Shiveluch volcano is located in Kamchatka within the Eastern Range, Russia. The eruption began on October 6, 2012. It is one of the largest and most active volcanoes in the peninsula.

Lava flows from Volcan de Fuego (Fuego). Series powerful eruptions Taken from Peiling City on September 13, 2012.

Birds fly a long distance from the Popocatepetl volcano on April 18, 2012.

South of La Restinga ( Canary Islands) underwater volcano El Hierro continues to eject volcanic material into the ocean. By the end of February 2012, the highest point of El Hierro reached 100 meters below sea level.

Lava flows flow down from the crater giant volcano Etna on the southern Italian island of Sicily on January 6, 2012.

In this post, I want to show you a selection of the most beautiful volcanoes in the world. Volcano is a beauty that can kill you, but which can not be admired.
The Anak Krakato volcano is located on the island of Krakatoa. In 1883, the volcanic eruption was so powerful that it was recognized as "the most powerful volcanic explosion in the history of modern times."

The shape of Japan's Mount Fuji is almost perfect. It is still considered active, despite the fact that the last eruption was here in 1708. In addition to beautiful scenery and snow-capped peaks, tourists can expect here a bullet train from Tokyo to Yokohama.

In the picture taken in April 2010, the eruption of the Icelandic volcano with a complicated name - Eyjafjallajökull. That year's blowout created many problems for airlines carrying passengers. Due to the cancellation of more than a hundred flights, thousands of passengers were forced to sit in airports waiting for the clouds of smoke and ash to subside.

Mauna Loa is located in the Hawaiian Volcanoes National Park. This is the largest volcano on our planet.

The highest of all active volcanoes is Etna, located in the eastern part of the island of Sicily. Guides lead groups of tourists to the very crater of the volcano. Therefore, scientists always closely monitor the activity of Etna.

The eruptions of the Fogu volcano on the island of Cape Verde force the locals to often flee and seek shelter on a more peaceful neighboring island - Brava.

Pacaya volcano is located in the city of Antigua (Guatemala). Despite systematic small eruptions, tourists often climb to the top. From here, an unforgettably beautiful view opens up.

Vesuvius volcano is as temperamental and hot as the Italians themselves. He has a rather colorful and "stormy" past. The strongest volcanic eruptions caused the death of two cities - Pompeii and Herculaneum in 79, claimed the lives of 218 people in 1906 and led to serious destruction of several nearby cities.

Villarrica is one of the most active volcanoes in Chile. In summer it is a popular route for hiking and in winter for skiing. From here you have excellent views of the surroundings.

Only professional climbers will be able to climb the snow-capped peak of the Shishaldin volcano in Alaska. Fans and ordinary tourists are better off choosing a different route.

The Bromo Volcano in Indonesia has long been a site of human sacrifice. After a special ritual, living people were simply thrown into the mouth of the volcano. Today, Indonesians do this with their dead.

The volcanic island of Stromboli is very large and extremely active. It is often referred to as the "Lighthouse of the Mediterranean".

The highest point on New Zealand's North Island is Mount Ruapehu. Green forests and snow perfectly combine on its slopes. The last volcanic eruption was in 2007.

The main volcano of Ecuador, Cotopaxi, is as close as possible to a conical shape. In addition to numerous climbers, small hummingbirds can be found on its slopes.

The largest island in the Galapagos, Isabela, has six volcanoes. Four of them are still active. On the stone slopes you can find many turtles peacefully basking in the sun.

As beautiful as the Mayon Volcano in the Philippines is dangerous. He systematically demonstrates his "character". This year, during the ascent to the top, seven people died here.

Volcano is a beauty that can kill you, but which can not be admired.
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The Anak Krakato volcano is located on the island of Krakatoa. In 1883, the volcanic eruption was so powerful that it was recognized as "the most powerful volcanic explosion in the history of modern times."

The shape of Japan's Mount Fuji is almost perfect. It is still considered active, despite the fact that the last eruption was here in 1708.

In the picture taken in April 2010, the eruption of the Icelandic volcano with a complicated name - Eyjafjallajökull. That year's blowout created many problems for airlines carrying passengers.

Mauna Loa is located in the Hawaiian Volcanoes National Park. This is the largest volcano on our planet.

The highest of all active volcanoes is Etna, located in the eastern part of the island of Sicily. Guides lead groups of tourists to the very crater of the volcano. Therefore, scientists always closely monitor the activity of Etna.

The eruptions of the Fogu volcano on the island of Cape Verde force the locals to often flee and seek shelter on a more peaceful neighboring island - Brava.

Pacaya volcano is located in the city of Antigua (Guatemala). Despite systematic small eruptions, tourists often climb to the top. From here, an unforgettably beautiful view opens up.

Vesuvius volcano is as temperamental and hot as the Italians themselves. He has a rather colorful and "stormy" past. The strongest volcanic eruptions caused the death of two cities - Pompeii and Herculaneum in 79

Villarrica is one of the most active volcanoes in Chile. In summer it is a popular route for hiking and in winter for skiing. From here you have excellent views of the surroundings.

Only professional climbers will be able to climb the snow-capped peak of the Shishaldin volcano in Alaska. Fans and ordinary tourists are better off choosing a different route.

The Bromo Volcano in Indonesia has long been a site of human sacrifice. After a special ritual, living people were simply thrown into the mouth of the volcano. Today, Indonesians do this with their dead.

The volcanic island of Stromboli is very large and extremely active. It is often referred to as the "Lighthouse of the Mediterranean".

The highest point on New Zealand's North Island is Mount Ruapehu. Green forests and snow perfectly combine on its slopes. The last volcanic eruption was in 2007.

The main volcano of Ecuador, Cotopaxi, is as close as possible to a conical shape. In addition to numerous climbers, small hummingbirds can be found on its slopes.

The largest island in the Galapagos, Isabela, has six volcanoes. Four of them are still active. On the stone slopes you can find many turtles peacefully basking in the sun.

As beautiful as the Mayon Volcano in the Philippines is dangerous. He systematically demonstrates his "character". This year, during the ascent to the top, seven people died here.

The top of the stratovolcano of the Indonesian volcano Agung is especially beautiful at sunset and at night. Therefore, climbs at this time are especially popular among tourists. In 1963, a volcanic eruption claimed the lives of 150 people.

Poas in Costa Rica is recognized as the most beautiful volcano in the world. Since 1971 it has become part of the national park. The last eruption was observed in 2011.

The eruption of St. Helena in America in 1980 destroyed many roads, fertile fields, bridges and claimed the lives of fifty people. From the crater of the volcano, clouds of smoke are still often knocked out, reminiscent of the power hidden in its depths.

Volcano Yasur on the island of Tana is not only beautiful, but also very active. But still, there were daredevils who climbed close to the crater of the volcano with boiling magma.