Atlasov Island, Volcanic island in Sea of Okhotsk, Russia.
Description
Atlasov Island is a volcano in the Kuril Islands chain in the Sea of Okhotsk. The mountain rises approximately 2,400 meters from the water and forms an almost symmetrical cone visible from distant points.
History
A Russian explorer who brought Kamchatka under Russian control named the island in the 17th century. The island later became a focus of scientific study about volcanic activity in the region.
Culture
The Ainu people of the Kurils told stories about this mountain and its place in their world. These traditions show how islanders made sense of the volcano and the waters surrounding it.
Practical
The subarctic climate brings strong winds and heavy snow, making visits challenging. Travel is possible only aboard specialized vessels during favorable weather windows.
Did you know?
The slopes show several smaller volcanic cones built during earlier eruption phases. The mountain showed fresh signs of activity in 2022, underscoring its ongoing power.
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