"CNN PRODUCER NOTE These stunning images of the Mayon volcano in the Philippines, considered the most active in the country, were sent in by iReporter Sunsetlady, who climbed the volcano along with several other iReporter friends in 2011. "It was not only a physical challenge, but it was also a mental challenge to climb," she says. "Having reached our destination was a big accomplishment, it was a feeling of relief and success."
~~ - sarahbrowngb, CNN iReport producer- ~~
Located in the province of Albay on the island of Luzon, Mayon volcano is renowned as the perfect cone. According to the record, Mayon volcano is the most active volcano in the Philippines. It had erupted 48 times in the past 400 years. The last time it had erupted was on May 7, 2013 that unfortunately killed 5 climbers.
Mayon Volcano is the main landmark of Albay Province, Philippines, rising 2,462 metres (8,077 ft) from the shores of the Gulf of Albay about 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) away. The volcano is geographically shared by the eight cities and municipalities of Legazpi City, Daraga, Camalig, Guinobatan, Ligao City, Tabaco City, Malilipot, and Santo Domingo (clockwise from Legazpi), which divide the cone like slices of a pie when viewed from above.
Apart from climbing, you can go nature hiking and marvel at the many wonderful animals such as the parakeet, red jungle fowl, owl, fruit dove just to name a few. You can also do many activities such as hiking, camping, climbing, bird watching as well as photography.
The best time to visit the volcano is between the months of March and May. Do not visit the volcano during rainy season (Nov to Jan) because it is more dangerous. You can go there by land through the Quirino highway, which is about 553 kilometers away. The journey will take about 8 to 10 hours, and many buses depart every day from Manila to Legaspi.
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