Pacaya

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Pacaya is an active stratovolcano located in Guatemala, near the capital city of Guatemala City and close to the city of Antigua. It stands at an elevation of 2,552 meters (8,373 feet) and is part of the Central American Volcanic Arc. Pacaya has been continuously active since the early 1960s, making it a popular destination for tourists and volcanologists alike. The volcano's frequent eruptions create dramatic landscapes of fresh lava flows, ash plumes, and fumaroles. Visitors often hike to the summit or to safe viewpoints to witness its activity, sometimes even roasting marshmallows over the hot volcanic rocks.

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