mount etna
states: [italy]
category: natural
year: 2013
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 37.7561111111, 14.9966666667
last visited: 2023
unesco id: 1427
world heritage site: 1427
Mount Etna, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Italy, is one of the world’s most active volcanoes, renowned for its exceptional geological and scientific value. This towering stratovolcano features diverse volcanic landscapes, including craters, lava flows, and ash fields, shaped by frequent eruptions over millennia. Its unique ecosystem supports rare flora and fauna adapted to the harsh volcanic environment. Etna’s ongoing activity and striking natural beauty make it a globally significant natural landmark.
