My World#42 Mayon Volcano, Albay, Bicol
This is Mayon Volcano or Mt. Mayon, the most active volcano in the Philippines. It is considered as the world's most perfectly formed volcano at 8,223 feet high and the most famous landmark of the Bicol Region. It is about 15 kms. away from Legazpi City.
When we got to Legazpi City in the early morning of August 2009, it was spewing more smoke than we had commonly seen in the pictures. We found out from the locals that Alert Level 2 was raised on Mayon for its increased activities starting June 2009. Still, Mayon Volcano is so beautiful especially in the early morning without the clouds hiding its peak. Actually, the best time of the day to see the volcano in its entirety is during the early morning.
Recently, the local government is doing some tourism activities for the region. Lava-watching is allowed at the foot of the volcano but still within the safe zone.
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13 comments:
What marvelous shots, Marites! And it is perfectly formed! Love the shot the it's head in the clouds!
Have a great week!
Sylvia
oh wow! must be a great feeling to view up close!
Great shot's Marites, love the first one, thanks for sharing..
Marites: Those are beautiful captures of the active valcano. I remember in Costa Rica went went to one and it let out a sulfur gas that smelled bad.
Fascinating post and great shot!
This is so cool. I've always wanted to see an active volcano, but the ones I have seen have been sleeping when I've visited.
liked the captures of mayon volcano. like the cloud ring around the base of it in the first shot.
have a good week.
It's really a beautiful sight, it doesn't have a bad angle.
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Wonderful views of this volcano! Thanks for sharing ;--)
Hugs and blessings,
I've never seen a smoking volcano before! Very cool shot!
What a great shot, that is a perfect cone.
Great photo of the volcano. Thanks for sharing your world.
wow, the volcano looks amazing as always, parang postcard. ^-^
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