Mount Meru, Active volcano in Arusha Region, Tanzania
Description
This volcano reaches 4,562 meters (14,968 feet) in elevation and features a caldera measuring 3.5 kilometers (2.2 miles) across, containing several small cones and craters that indicate recurring volcanic activity.
History
A major summit collapse occurred around 5800 BCE, significantly reducing the height of this volcano, while its most recent minor eruption took place between October and December 1910.
Culture
This mountain forms the centerpiece of Arusha National Park, supporting an ecosystem that includes over 400 bird species, various monkey populations, and leopards throughout its forested slopes.
Practical
Climbers reach the summit via the Momella route starting from the eastern park gate, with optimal conditions occurring during dry seasons from June through October.
Did you know?
Mountaineers use this ascent as preparation for Kilimanjaro expeditions, with Africa's highest peak visible from the summit on clear days.
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