Mayon Volcano

The Mayon Volcano, also known as Mount Mayon, is an active volcano in the province of Albay, on Luzon island in the Philippines. It is a part of the Pacific Ring of Fire. It is one the most active and dangerous volcanoes in the Philippines.Greg Bloom, Philippines (Footscray, Vic.; London: Lonely Planet, 2009), p. 198 Mount Mayon is  high, and it is famous for its "perfect cone" shape, which attracts tourists. In 1938 the mountain was declared a national park. It was reclassified and renamed as Mayon Volcano Natural Park in the year 2000."Protected Areas in Region 5" . Protected Areas and Wildlife Bureau. Retrieved on 2011-10-15. The name Mayon is from the Bicol word magayon meaning beautiful.

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Category:Geography of the Philippines
Category:Volcanoes of the Philippines
Category:Albay (province)