Mountains & Volcanoes

Mexico’s landscape is shaped by majestic mountain ranges and active volcanoes, offering some of the most breathtaking geological wonders in the world. Discover iconic peaks like Popocatépetl, Iztaccíhuatl, and the vast Sierra Madre ranges. These destinations provide unforgettable experiences for adventure travelers.

Could the Popocatépetl volcano destroy Mexico City?

Volcanic eruptions pose a significant threat to nearby communities. Popocatepetl is no exception. Although this volcano is a constant reminder of the potential dangers, its [...]

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Cuexcomate Geyser

The "world's smallest volcano" has been used to store meals and dispose of dead bodies. Cuexcomate is an inactive geyser in Puebla City. The crater [...]

Mexican glaciers

Not everyone knows, but Mexico has about two dozen glaciers, all located in the country's three highest mountains. The last ice age ended about 10 [...]

Most amazing volcanoes in Mexico

Mexico boasts an impressive array of volcanoes that have shaped its landscape. Mexico's geological features provide fertile ground for volcanic activity, making it home to [...]

Mountains and volcanoes of Mexico

Mexico is a land of spectacular mountains and mighty volcanoes that shape its dramatic landscape. From snow-capped peaks towering over vast plateaus to smoking volcanoes [...]

Pico de Orizaba

Pico de Orizaba, also known as Citlaltépetl is a stratovolcano, the highest mountain in Mexico and the third highest in North America, after Denali of [...]

Popocatépetl

Popocatépetl (Popōcatepētl in Nahuatl) is an active stratovolcano, located in the states of Puebla, Mexico, and Morelos, in Central Mexico. The volcano lies in the [...]

Sea volcanoes in Mexico

Mexico's natural wonders extend beyond its well-known terrestrial volcanoes like Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl. Few are aware of another marvel hiding in the middle of the [...]

Volcanic activity in the Valley of Mexico

The Valley of Mexico is in a seismically active region due to its location near tectonic plate boundaries. Earthquakes in the region are caused by [...]

Volcano of Parícutin

Parícutin (or Paricutín) is a cinder cone volcano located in the state of Michoacán. Volcano Paricutín surged suddenly from the cornfield of local farmer Dionisio [...]