Payun Matru, Shield volcano in Malargüe Department, Argentina.
The massive volcano rises to an elevation of 3,680 meters, featuring broad slopes formed by successive layers of basaltic lava flows.
The caldera at the summit developed between 168,000 and 82,000 years ago during a substantial eruption that shaped the current landscape.
Local indigenous communities named the volcano Payun Matru, combining words that translate to 'bearded goat' in their regional language.
Visitors require specialized vehicles and professional guides to navigate the remote volcanic terrain, particularly during winter months from June to August.
The volcano contains the Pampas Onduladas lava flow, extending over 180 kilometers, making it the longest Quaternary lava flow on Earth.
Location: Malargüe Department
Elevation above the sea: 3,680 m
GPS coordinates: -36.42224,-69.23801
Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:33
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