Pichincha volcano
The volcano is located near Quito, 8 kilometers from its center.
Description:
Pichincha is an active volcano and one of the most active in Ecuador. It is associated with the name of the central province of Pichincha. The volcano has two peaks, one of which is 4,784 meters high, the other is 4,698 meters above sea level.
The volcano is located in close proximity to the city of Quito - the distance from the city center to the volcano is only 8 kilometers. During the eruptions of volcanoes, which have been several over the past decade, the city was covered with a small layer of ash. The volcano is a popular place with tourists, as climbing to the top is not a problem and is available even to unprepared tourists.