Mayon Volcano
Mayon Volcano in Albay, Philippines
The Mayon Volcano, also known as Mount Mayon, is an active volcano in the province of Albay, on Luzon island in the Philippines. It is a part of the Pacific Ring of Fire. It is one the most active and dangerous volcanoes in the Philippines.[1] Mount Mayon is 2,642 metres (8,668 ft) high, and it is famous for its "perfect cone" shape, which attracts tourists. In 1938 the mountain was declared a national park. It was reclassified and renamed as Mayon Volcano Natural Park in the year 2000.[2] The name Mayon is from the Bicol word magayon meaning beautiful.[1]
References
[change | change source]- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Greg Bloom, Philippines (Footscray, Vic.; London: Lonely Planet, 2009), p. 198
- ↑ "Protected Areas in Region 5" Archived 2013-12-19 at the Wayback Machine. Protected Areas and Wildlife Bureau. Retrieved on 2011-10-15.
