Pirgel Mud Volcano, Geological mud formation in Karvandar Rural District, Iran
Pirgel Mud Volcano contains eleven separate craters, with seven of them active and regularly expelling cold muddy water and gas bubbles. The eruptions follow intervals ranging from 15 to 600 seconds, with each crater maintaining its own rhythm of activity.
Scientific observations from 2003 documented the volcano's consistent pattern of cold mud extrusions and established baseline data for geological monitoring. The site has since remained a focus of ongoing research to understand volcanic processes in the region.
Local people view this geological formation as a sacred place, connecting natural phenomena with traditional spiritual interpretations of the landscape. Visitors can sense how the community values this site as a link between earth and belief.
The volcano sits at 1,667 meters (5,469 feet) elevation and requires good physical preparation due to challenging terrain. Sturdy footwear is recommended and visitors should allow time to explore the various craters at a comfortable pace.
The expelled materials contain high salt concentrations and release primarily carbon dioxide rather than methane gas. This geochemical distinction makes it valuable for understanding different types of volcanic processes worldwide.
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