Mountains & Volcanoes
Mountains, peaks, ridges, and active or dormant volcanoes — including Mayon, Pinatubo, and Taal.
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Langun-Gobingob Cave System: Geology, Ecology and Conservation in Samar
The Langun-Gobingob Cave System in Calbiga, Samar, is the largest cave system in the Philippines, spanning 2,968 hectares with 12 major cave...
Sohoton Caves and Natural Bridge Park: Ecology, History and Tourism in Samar
Protected natural area in Basey, Samar featuring caves, waterfalls and a natural bridge within the larger Samar Island Natural Park.
Mount Malinao: Volcanic Profile, Geothermal Energy and Bicolano Mythology
Mount Malinao is a potentially active stratovolcano in the Bicol Region, known for the Tiwi Geothermal Power Plant and Bicolano mythology.
Mount San Cristobal: Volcanic Profile and Cultural History in Luzon
Mount San Cristobal is a potentially active stratovolcano in Laguna and Quezon, known as the 'Devil's Mountain' in Filipino folklore.
Mount Mandalagan: Volcanic Profile and Geology in Negros Occidental
Mount Mandalagan is a complex volcano in Negros Occidental, Philippines, known for its solfataric activity and high-temperature plumes.
Mount Iraya: Volcanic Profile and Cultural Significance in Batanes
Mount Iraya is the highest peak in Batanes, an active stratovolcano last erupted in 1454, sacred to the Ivatan people.
Mount Parker: Constituency of the Eastern District Council of Hong Kong
Mount Parker is a constituency of the Eastern District Council of Hong Kong, established in 1994.
Mount Nebo: Biblical Site and Archaeological History
Mount Nebo in Jordan is a biblical site where Moses viewed the Promised Land. It features Byzantine ruins and mosaics.
Langun-Gobingob Cave System: Geology, Ecology and Conservation in Samar
The Langun-Gobingob Cave System in Calbiga, Samar, is the largest cave system in the Philippines, spanning 2968 hectares with 12 major caves...
Pantaron Range: Geography, Ecology and Conservation in Mindanao
The Pantaron Range is a mountain range in Mindanao, Philippines, known for its old-growth forests and biodiversity.
Langun-Gobingob Cave System: Geology, Ecology and Conservation in Samar
The Langun-Gobingob Cave System in Calbiga, Samar, is the largest cave system in the Philippines, spanning 2,968 hectares with 12 major cave...
Mount Susong Dalaga: Disambiguation of Philippine Peaks
Disambiguation of Mount Susong Dalaga, a name shared by multiple peaks in the Philippines.
Mount Sangay: Geology, Ecology and Volcanic History
Active stratovolcano in Ecuador with unique tectonic position, rich biodiversity and continuous eruptive history since 1934.
Mount Cagua: Volcanic Profile and Geothermal Features in Cagayan
Mount Cagua is an active stratovolcano in Cagayan, Philippines, featuring a 1.5-km crater and six hot springs. Last erupted in 1907.
Mayon Volcano: Eruptive History, Geology and Monitoring
Profile of Mayon Volcano in Albay, Philippines. Covers its symmetrical cone, eruption history, lahars, and PHIVOLCS monitoring.
Mount Baco: Geography, Conservation and the Tamaraw
Mount Baco is a mountain in Mindoro, Philippines, part of the Mounts Iglit-Baco Natural Park, a critical habitat for the endangered tamaraw.
Mount Timolan Protected Landscape: Geography, Biodiversity and Conservation in Zamboanga del Sur
Profile of Mount Timolan Protected Landscape in Zamboanga del Sur, Mindanao. Covers geography, watershed role, biodiversity and establishmen...
Kanlaon Volcano: Eruptive History, Monitoring and Climbing
Kanlaon Volcano is the highest peak in the Visayas and one of the most active volcanoes in the Philippines. This article covers its geology,...
Babuyan Claro: Volcanic Profile and Geology in Cagayan
Profile of Babuyan Claro, an active stratovolcano in the Babuyan Islands, Cagayan, with eruption history and geological features.
Mount Kanlaon: Volcanic Profile, Eruptive History and Monitoring
Active stratovolcano in Negros, Philippines. Highest peak in Visayas at 2465 m. History of eruptions and monitoring.