Hekla

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Hekla is one of Iceland's most active stratovolcanoes, located in the southern part of the country. Known as the "Gateway to Hell" in medieval times, it has a long history of eruptions, with records dating back to the year 874. The volcano stands about 1,491 meters (4,892 feet) tall and features a 5.5-kilometer (3.4-mile) long fissure, along which most of its activity occurs. Hekla's eruptions are varied, producing both explosive and effusive lava flow. Its most recent significant eruption occurred in February 2000.

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