From the heart of Guatemala: Stories that Empower

Guatemala: Land of Volcanos

SoyMigrante.com Season 1 Episode 8

This episode is based on an article titled "¿Cuántos volcanes hay en Guatemala?", explores the volcanic landscape of Guatemala, often called the "Land of Volcanoes". It indicates that while there are 288 volcanic formations, only 37 are officially recognized as volcanoes. Publised on SoyMigrante.com's REVISTA.

The article highlights three active volcanoes—Volcán de Fuego, Volcán Pacaya, and Volcán Santiaguito—which are consistently monitored. It also provides a ranked list of the 37 recognized volcanoes by height, noting their climbing difficulty. Ultimately, the piece emphasizes the cultural, economic, and touristic significance of these natural wonders in Guatemala.

Both sources highlight the significant presence and impact of volcanoes on Guatemala's landscape, history, culture, and tourism.


References:

https://soymigrante.com/revista/cuantos-volcanes-hay-en-guatemala/

https://soymigrante.com/revista/7-volcanes-de-guatemala-datos-y-leyenda-que-quiza-ya-sabias-o-tal-vez-no/

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