Arenal Volcano

The soft red glow of lava dispersed in the evening mist like a red neon sign advertising one of the ten most active volcanoes in the world. But in 2011, Arenal volcano's light was extinguished and the volcano fell into a deep slumber after 43 years of activity. Occasional plumes of smoke can still be seen spewing from its near-perfect cone, like a silent vigil.

Last updated: Oct 21, 2023