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Tanganasoga, Volcanic formation in El Hierro, Canary Islands, Spain

Tanganasoga stands as a prominent cinder cone near the top of El Golfo landslide headwall, featuring steep slopes and exposed rock formations.

The volcano's last documented eruption occurred in 1793 at the Volcan de Lomo Negro vent, lasting approximately one month and altering the surrounding landscape.

Local inhabitants of El Hierro maintain a collection of traditional stories about Tanganasoga, connecting the volcano to the island's natural heritage.

Marked hiking paths lead to different observation points around Tanganasoga, allowing visitors to examine the geological formations and surrounding vegetation.

Tanganasoga contains over 70 caves and volcanic galleries, forming an extensive network of underground channels extending more than 6 kilometers.

GPS coordinates: 27.73012,-18.05933

Latest update: March 7, 2025 21:30

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