Famous Volcanoes of Ecuador
ountain Ranges of Ecuador
Fun Facts about Ecuador’s Volcanoes
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Which volcano is known as the “Neck of the Moon” and is one of the highest active volcanoes in the world?

Cotopaxi

100

What are the two main branches of the Andes Mountains in Ecuador called?

hat are the Western (Occidental) and Eastern (Oriental) Cordilleras?

100

How many volcanoes are considered active in Ecuador (mainland and Galápagos)?

What is around 27 active volcanoes?

200

This volcano near Baños frequently erupts and is famous for its hot springs.

Tungurahua

200

Which mountain range passes through Quito and includes several volcanoes such as Pichincha and Antisana?

What is the Eastern Cordillera?

200

Which Galápagos volcano erupted in 2018, showing the islands are still volcanically active?

What is Sierra Negra?

300

This Quito volcano last erupted in 1999 and caused ash to fall over the city.

What is Guagua Pichincha?