Madera Volcano

Madera Volcano

      one of two volcanic cones (the other is Concepción) forming Ometepe Island in Lake Nicaragua, southwestern Nicaragua. It rises to 4,573 ft (1,394 m) and comprises the southern half of the island. Unlike Concepción, it is dormant.

      11°27′ N, 85°31′ W

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