The Volcano Canlaon Photo: Volcano Kanlaon

The volcano Canlaon – active volcano located on the island of Negros in 30 km from Bacolod city, the capital of the island and the most densely populated city. The volcano, which is part of the national Park "Mount Kanlaon", created in 1934, has long proved popular among fans of mountain climbing. Kanlaon is also part of the Pacific ring of fire. Nearby there are mountains silay and Bacolod (Negros Occidental).

The volcano – 2435 meters, is the highest peak of the island Negros. Base diameter of 30 km, and the volcano is dotted with pyroclastic cones and craters. Near the top of Canlaon crater lies Lohud and North of crater – the Caldera, known as the Valley of Margah, with a small lake. On the slopes of Canlaon there are three hot springs – Mambukal, Bocalan and Bunghole. And all around, in the thickets of the jungle, hidden several beautiful waterfalls, such as the waterfalls Kipot and Sudan.

The most active volcano in Central Philippines Kanlaon has erupted 26 times since 1886. Mostly it was the eruption of small and medium size with a small amount of ash emitted. In August 1996, to the top of Canlaon raised a group of 24 climbers, when suddenly the volcano began to erupt, although it showed no signs of activity. Then killed several of the mountaineers, including a British student, who was closest to the crater. Other band members were rescued.

Despite the potential danger, Canlaon continues to be a Mecca for local climbers and rock climbers. The Pembrokeshire national Park there are about 40 km of Hiking trails, most of which leads to the top. The shortest trail is considered Masulog is just 8 km distance trail Areal and Mapot can take a whole day, and the longest trail is Wasay, to overcome which takes up to two days. During the ascent you can see rare species of birds such as the colorful parakeets and hornbills. Here, there are also monitor lizards and several species of snakes that are on the verge of extinction. And from the summit there are wonderful views to the surrounding area.

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