Porak

Porak, Axarbaxar

A pyroclastic cone of the Porak volcanic field.
Elevation 2,800 m (9,200 ft)
Location
Porak, Axarbaxar

Location on Armenia–Azerbaijan border

Location ArmeniaAzerbaijan border
Range Vardenis
Coordinates 40°01′N 45°47′E / 40.017°N 45.783°ECoordinates: 40°01′N 45°47′E / 40.017°N 45.783°E
Geology
Type Stratovolcano
Last eruption 778 BCE ± 5 years

Porak or Axarbaxar is a stratovolcano located in the Vardenis volcanic ridge about 20 km (12 mi) SE of Lake Sevan at the border of Armenia and Azerbaijan. The volcanic field straddles the border, and lava flows extend into both countries. The flanks of the volcano are dotted with 10 satellite cones and fissure vents.

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