CHIMBORAZO VOLCANO
Chimborazo in Ecuador is an inactive stratovolcano that stands out with its ‘triple volcano’ structure. Its rare tropical glaciers near the equator, its unique position as the closest point to Outer Space, and its complex formation make it one of the most fascinating volcanoes in the world.
A Mighty Deity: Revered even before the Incas, its cultural and natural significance is deep-seated and enduring.
A NATURAL WONDER
The Chimborazo volcano, which has 22 radial glaciers descending from its summits, has historically been a site of great interest for many famous explorers such as Humboldt, Whymper, Hans Meyer, Nicolás Martínez and Marco Cruz.
- Latitude: -1° 28′ 9″ S
- Longitude: -78° 49′ 3″ W
THE INCREDIBLE STORY OF HOW CHIMBORAZO VOLCANO SURPASSES EVEREST IN HEIGHT
Chimborazo, at 20,564 feet (6,268 meters) above sea level, is closer to the SUN than Everest’s 29,029 feet (8,848 meters) due to Earth’s oblate spheroid shape. Chimborazo is about 3,967 miles (6,384 kilometers) from EARTH’s center, whereas Everest is approximately 3,965 miles (6,382 kilometers) away, making Chimborazo’s peak the closest to the SUN.