Mayon Volcano

Mayon Volcano is an active stratovolcano located in Albay Province, Luzon Island, Philippines, and is the most active volcano in the country, situated along the Pacific Ring of Fire.
AboutMayon Volcano
Known as the world’s most perfect volcanic cone due to its symmetrical shape
Height: 2,462 metres; base circumference: ~130 km
Characterized by steep slopes and a small summit crater
Part of Mayon Volcano National Park
Supports abaca (Manila hemp) plantations on lower slopes
Eruptions recorded since 1616 CE
Major eruptions in 1814 (over 1,200 deaths) and 1993 (79 deaths)
Recent eruptions have caused large-scale evacuations
Hazards include lava flows, pyroclastic flows, and lahars