Taal Volcano

#66 among destinations in the Philippines

Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano

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Taal Volcano is a large caldera filled by Taal Lake in the Philippines. Located in the province of Batangas, the volcano is second of the most active volcanoes in the country, with 38 recorded historical eruptions, all of which were concentrated on Volcano Island, near the middle of Taal Lake. The caldera was formed by prehistoric eruptions between 140,000 and 5,380 BP. ()

Alternative names: Last eruption: 1977Area: 103.09 mi²Elevation: 1020 ftCoordinates: 14°0'7"N, 120°59'35"E

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BatangasPhilippines

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Taal Volcano – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Taal Lake, Mount Maculot, Taal Volcano Main Crater Lake, San Nicolas.

1.4 miE
Volcanic crater lake with an island
Taal Lake
37 min walk • Taal Lake, nestled in the province of Batangas in the Philippines, is a freshwater lake renowned for its unique landscape and rich history. This expansive body of water, which fills the caldera formed by a series of massive volcanic eruptions, is best known for hosting...
6.8 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mount Maculot
175 min walk • Mount Macolod, also known as Mount Maculot, is a dormant stratovolcano located in the municipality of Cuenca, Batangas in the Philippines.
1.2 miNE
Island
Taal Volcano Main Crater Lake
30 min walk • Taal Volcano Main Crater Lake, historically known as Yellow Lake, is a lake inside the main crater of Taal Volcano. The origin of the lake is uncertain but is thought to have formed by rainwater.
5.7 miSW
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San Nicolas
147 min walk • One of the must-visit attractions in San Nicolas is the Sombrero Island, a small but breathtaking island known for its powdery white sand beaches and excellent snorkeling and diving opportunities. The island is surrounded by vibrant coral reefs, making it an ideal spot...