Tolbachik

Tolbachik consists of two connected volcanoes: Ostry reaching 3,682 meters and Plosky at 3,140 meters, forming a massive basalt complex in eastern Russia.

The Great Tolbachik Fissure Eruption of 1975-1976 created multiple cinder cones and stands as the largest basaltic eruption recorded in Kamchatka's history.

The indigenous communities of Kamchatka Peninsula incorporate the volcanic formations into their traditional narratives and daily practices across generations.

Visitors can reach Tolbachik from Klyuchi village, 60 kilometers away, with optimal climbing conditions occurring between July and September without specialized equipment.

Scientists discovered a new type of diamond crystals in Tolbachik's lava fields, potentially formed through electric discharges during volcanic activity.

Location: Kamchatka Krai

Elevation above the sea: 3,682 m

Made from material: basalt

GPS coordinates: 55.83000,160.33000

Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:10