Volcano Atacazo, Stratovolcano in Western Cordillera near Quito, Ecuador.
The Atacazo volcano rises to an elevation of 4,463 meters with steep slopes composed of andesitic lava flows and pyroclastic deposits.
The last volcanic activity occurred approximately 2,300 years ago, leaving substantial geological evidence of its explosive eruption patterns.
Local indigenous communities incorporate the mountain into their traditional ceremonies and consider it a natural element of spiritual connection.
Visitors can reach the volcano through organized tours departing from Quito, with hiking trails requiring proper mountain gear and acclimatization.
A 1960 aircraft collision with the mountain during poor weather conditions marked Ecuador's most severe aerial incident, occurring near the summit.
GPS coordinates: -0.35351,-78.62151
Latest update: March 5, 2025 03:11
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