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What caused giant tsunami 8,000 years ago?

Irani — Thu, 30 Nov 2006 03:05:06 +0000

Tsunami has still left scars in the mind of all, not mentioning the victims! But, it did not shake the world only in 2004, but also sometimes 8,000 years ago! But, what made it happen? According to geological evidences, the eastern flanks of...

Mount Etna remains loaded with activities for travelers despite eruptions

Suman Arya — Sun, 19 Nov 2006 06:27:28 +0000

Mount Etna is the largest active volcano on the east-coast of Sicily, Europe. It is currently standing about 3,350m (10,991 ft) which is nearly three times higher than Mount Vesuvius, the next largest volcano. Its almost constant eruption puts it...

Volcanoes Calling # 12: Mount Etna, Italy

Kanchan — Fri, 08 Sep 2006 01:04:38 +0000

Location: 37°43.7667′N 15°0.2833′E, Sicily, Italy Elevation: 3,323 metres Type: Stratovolcano It is the oldest and the most active volcano in Europe. Sicily’s greatest natural attraction is also its highest mountain. To...