Atlasov (volcano)

Atlasova (also known as Atlasov or Nylgimelkin) is a basaltic shield volcano situated in Kamchatka.[1] It is named after Russian explorer Vladimir Atlasov.

For the stratovolcano situated in the Kuril Islands, see Atlasov Island.
Atlasova
Atlasova
Location in Kamchatka Krai, Russia
Highest point
Elevation1,764 m (5,787 ft)
Coordinates57.97°N 160.65°E / 57.97; 160.65 
Geography
LocationKamchatka, Russia
Parent rangeMiddle Range
Geology
Mountain typeShield volcano
Last eruption3550 BCE

See also

References
  1. "Nylgimelkin". Global Volcanism Program. Smithsonian Institution. Retrieved 2008-06-15.
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