Izalco, Active stratovolcano in western El Salvador
The black symmetrical cone of Izalco rises to 1,950 meters, displaying a stark silhouette against the surrounding Santa Ana mountain range.
From its formation in 1770 until 1958, the volcano maintained constant eruptions, leading Pacific Ocean navigators to use its glow for maritime guidance.
The mineral deposits within Izalco's fumaroles contain rare elements such as bannermanite, fingerite, and mcbirneyite, attracting geological researchers worldwide.
Visitors can access the volcano through Cerro Verde National Park, which provides established hiking paths and viewing points for geological observation.
The 1926 eruption buried the entire village of Matazano under volcanic material, resulting in 56 casualties and permanent changes to the regional landscape.
Location: Sonsonate Department
Elevation above the sea: 1,952 m
Address: Izalco, El Salvador
GPS coordinates: 13.81393,-89.63250
Latest update: August 11, 2025 19:50
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