A Bit of History
Arenal began erupting some 7000 years ago, back when the nearby Chato Volcano was also erupting. Chato’s activity ended about 3500 years ago, but Arenal has continued its activity. Its recent span of activity began with a major explosion in 1968, and since that time continuous explosive activity accompanied by lava flow and occasional pyroclastic flows have occurred from the main crater and its western flank.
Summit Elevation: 1.657 m (5,436 ft)
Age: 3,000 years old
Volcano type: Stratovolcano
90 km (56 miles) northwest of San Jose. Located inside the Arenal Volcano National Park, 17 kilometers (10 miles) from the town of La Fortuna. 
The last big eruption was on August 24th, 2000 
It is the 3rd most perfect conical shaped volcano in the world. 
Vulcanologists have warned that a major eruption may come in the future. 
This is one of the most popular attractions in Costa Rica.
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