Mountains & Volcanoes
Mountains, peaks, ridges, and active or dormant volcanoes — including Mayon, Pinatubo, and Taal.
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Balut Island: Volcanic Geography, Astronomy and the 2019 Eclipse
Balut Island is a volcanic island in Davao Occidental, Philippines, known for its stratovolcano and unique astronomical visibility.
Camiguin de Babuyanes: Volcanic Profile and Geology
Active stratovolcano on Camiguin Island, Cagayan. Elevation 712m, last eruption 1857.
Luzon montane rain forests: Ecoregion, biodiversity and conservation
The Luzon montane rain forests are a tropical moist broadleaf forest ecoregion in the Philippines, known for high endemism and volcanic geog...
Apolaki Caldera: Geology and Discovery of the World's Largest Caldera
The Apolaki Caldera is the Earth's largest caldera, located on the Benham Rise in the Philippines.
Bulusan Volcano: Stratovolcano Profile, Eruptive History and Monitoring in Sorsogon
Profile of Bulusan Volcano in Sorsogon, covering its stratovolcano geology, phreatic eruptive history since 2016, and PHIVOLCS monitoring pr...
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.
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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.