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The Misti volcano located to the south of
Peru near the city of Arequipa, which is the second largest city
in the country. The Misti is located below the Chili Valley,
2,400 meters above sea level and has become one of the greatest
symbols of this city.
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sillar, a white stone formed from the eruption of the volcano.
The last time the Misti showed some kind of
activity, such as smoke clouds, was in 1870. The Misti has a
perfect cone, and stands at 5,822 meters between Chachani (6,075
m.) and Pichu Pichu (5,669 m.) Volcanos. These majestic volcanos
are visible all year, but specially during the dry season.
Despite its high altitude, there is not too much snow in the
peak due to the dryness in the air. |
