Taal volcano

Taal, which is not so far from Manila, is considered one of the smallest active volcanoes on earth. A small hill it rises in the middle of the lake of the same name, which, by the way, was formed as a result of volcanic activity - 100-500 years ago, the former caldera of the volcano flooded with natural waters. Since the mid-16th century, the volcano has erupted more than 30 times. The last eruption occurred in 1965 and was quite devastating. However, the greatest damage in the 20th century was caused by the eruption of Taal, which occurred in 1911. In 10 minutes, the surroundings of the volcano turned into a lifeless desert. Human casualties were in the hundreds. The volcano erupted from all its craters - from the summit and located on the slopes.

Taal looks a little like a nesting doll. Located in a lake, in its crater it hides another small lake, in the middle of which there is also a tiny island. Despite the fact that the volcano is a potential danger, the area around it is densely populated. To predict the activities of Taal trying local Institute of seismology.

Taal is a very popular tourist destination. It is easy to get here, the feeling of a live volcano brings a special romance to the excursion. Well, from its top there is a magnificent view of the surrounding area.