Rumiñahui (volcano) facts for kids

This page is about the volcano in Ecuador. For other uses, see Rumiñahui.

Quick facts for kids Rumiñahui
Rumiñawi as seen from the lake Limpiopunku
Highest point
Elevation	4,721 m (15,489 ft)
Naming
English translation	stone eye
Language of name	Quechua
Geography
Rumiñahui Location in Ecuador
Parent range	Andes
Geology
Mountain type	Stratovolcano

Rumiñahui is a large, old volcano located in the Andes mountains of Ecuador. It stands about 4,721 meters (15,490 feet) above sea level. The name Rumiñahui comes from the Kichwa language. It means "stone eye," "stone face," "rock eye," or "rock face."

This volcano is considered dormant, which means it is not active right now. It is also heavily eroded, meaning wind, water, and ice have worn away its original shape over a very long time. Rumiñahui is a type of volcano called a stratovolcano. These volcanoes are usually tall and cone-shaped, built up by many layers of hardened lava and ash.

Rumiñahui is about 40 kilometers (25 miles) south of Quito, the capital city of Ecuador. It is near the famous Cotopaxi volcano, which is much more well-known. Even though Rumiñahui is a big mountain, Cotopaxi often gets more attention because it is a very active and impressive volcano.

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