Atlasov (volcano)

Atlasova
Highest point
Elevation 1,764 m (5,787 ft)
Coordinates 57°58′N 160°39′E / 57.97°N 160.65°E / 57.97; 160.65
Geography
Location Kamchatka, Russia
Geology
Mountain type Shield volcano
Last eruption 3550 BCE

Atlasova (also known as Atlasov or Nylgimelkin) is a basaltic shield volcano situated in Kamchatka.[1] It is named after Russian explorer Vladimir Atlasov.

See also

References

  1. "Nylgimelkin". Global Volcanism Program. Smithsonian Institution. Retrieved 2008-06-15.
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