Waitomokia, Extinct volcano in Auckland Region, New Zealand
Waitomokia rises 66 feet above ground level and forms part of the Auckland Volcanic Field, which contains 53 volcanic formations across 1,000 square kilometers.
The volcanic formation occurred approximately 20,300 years ago through phreatomagmatic explosions, resulting in substantial craters surrounded by tuff rings.
The Auckland Volcanic Field holds deep meaning in Maori traditions, with stories attributing the formations to supernatural battles between ancient beings.
The volcanic soil around Waitomokia contains minerals that supported extensive agriculture, particularly for traditional crops like kumara, yam, and taro.
The volcano sits within Auckland, the most volcanic city globally, where magma remains active beneath the surface despite the last eruption occurring centuries ago.
Location: Auckland Region
GPS coordinates: -36.97698,174.77034
Latest update: March 6, 2025 13:05
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