Itasy Volcanic Field, Volcanic field in central Madagascar
The Itasy Volcanic Field extends across a region characterized by scoria cones, lava domes, and multiple crater lakes at 1800 meters elevation.
Archaeological studies reveal substantial volcanic activity at Itasy during 7130 BC and 6050 BC, marking significant geological events in Madagascar's timeline.
Local inhabitants of the Itasy region maintain agricultural practices that utilize the nutrient-rich volcanic soil for growing traditional crops.
The volcanic field lies 80 kilometers west of Antananarivo and contains Lake Itasy, which stretches nine kilometers in length.
The shores of Lake Itasy feature active geothermal phenomena including hot springs, geysers, and solfatara fields.
Location: Itasy
Elevation above the sea: 1,800 m
Made from material: trachyte
GPS coordinates: -19.06667,46.78333
Latest update: March 6, 2025 16:27
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