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Pichincha Volcano

Stratovolcano in Ecuador
Pichincha is a stratovolcano in Ecuador. The capital Quito wraps around its eastern slopes. The two highest peaks of the mountain are Wawa Pichincha and Ruku Pichincha. The active caldera is in Wawa Pichincha on the western side of the mountain. Wikipedia
Last eruption: 2002
Elevation: 15,696′
Mountain range: Andes
Age of rock: Quaternary
Coordinates: 0°10′16″S 78°35′53″W / 0.171°S 78.598°W
First ascent: 1582 by José Ortiguera and others (first recorded ascent of Guagua Pichincha).
Volcanic arc/belt: North Volcanic Zone