Golovnin, Volcanic caldera in Kunashir Island, Russia.
The Golovnin caldera stretches across the southern section of Kunashir Island, featuring multiple lava domes and reaching an elevation of 535 meters.
The volcano received its name from Russian explorer Vasily Golovnin and has documented volcanic activities dating back to periods before the 19th century.
The volcanic formation stands as a natural monument within the Sakhalin Oblast region, representing geological processes that shaped the Kuril Islands chain.
The volcano's location at coordinates 43°50′28″N and 145°30′32″E makes it accessible for geological research and scientific expeditions from the Russian mainland.
Golovnin holds the distinction of being the most southern volcano in the entire Kuril Islands chain, with its last confirmed eruption occurring in 1948.
GPS coordinates: 43.84840,145.49579
Latest update: March 4, 2025 16:11
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