Nisyros
CountryGreece
TypeCaldera
Elevation698 m
Last Eruption1888
About Nisyros
A small volcanic island with an impressive caldera. Has active fumaroles reaching 100 C at the Stefanos crater. The 1888 eruption was its last. Tourists can walk into the crater. Part of the Hellenic volcanic arc.
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