Cordillera de los Maribios facts for kids
The Cordillera de Maribios (also known as Cordillera de Marrabios) is a cool mountain range in western Nicaragua. It stretches about 64.4 kilometers (40 miles) long. This range is special because it's made up of many volcanoes! You can find it in the León and Chinandega areas of Nicaragua.
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Exploring the Maribios Mountain Range
The Cordillera de Maribios is a long chain of mountains. It's located in the western part of Nicaragua. This area is famous for its many volcanoes. The range runs through two important regions: the León and Chinandega departments. It's a really active volcanic area.
Volcanoes of the Maribios Range
The Cordillera de Maribios is home to several well-known volcanoes. These tall peaks make the landscape very exciting. Each volcano has its own unique features and history.
San Cristóbal Volcano
San Cristóbal is the tallest volcano in the range. It stands at 1,745 meters (5,725 feet) high. This makes it the highest peak in all of Nicaragua. It's an active volcano, meaning it can erupt.
Telica Volcano
Telica volcano is another important peak. It reaches a height of 1,060 meters (3,478 feet). Telica is also an active volcano. It often shows signs of activity, like gas emissions.
Momotombo Volcano
Momotombo volcano is 1,258 meters (4,127 feet) tall. It's famous for its almost perfect cone shape. This volcano is located near Lake Managua. It has erupted several times throughout history.
Cerro Negro Volcano
Cerro Negro is one of the youngest volcanoes in the world. It is only about 450 meters (1,476 feet) high. Its name means "Black Hill" because of its dark volcanic ash. People sometimes go "volcano boarding" down its slopes!
Las Pilas Volcano
Pilas volcano is 983 meters (3,225 feet) tall. It's another part of this amazing volcanic chain. Like the others, it adds to the unique geology of the region.
Location and Geography
The Cordillera de Maribios is found in western Nicaragua. It's a significant geographical feature. The range helps shape the climate and environment of the surrounding areas. Its location at 12°34′N 86°47′W / 12.56°N 86.78°W places it in a very active part of the world. This area is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire.
What is the Pacific Ring of Fire?
The Pacific Ring of Fire is a huge area in the Pacific Ocean. It's shaped like a horseshoe. This region has many volcanoes and earthquakes. It's where several large tectonic plates meet. The movement of these plates causes volcanic activity. Nicaragua, with its many volcanoes, is part of this ring.
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