San Martin Canyon

Tungurahua Volcano Geopark | Geoconservation, Geoeducation and Geotourism

San Martin Canyon

October 31, 2023

Formed in the river valley of the Pastaza River due to volcanic, geomorphological and tectonic processes in the region. It embraces a 5,000 year BP lava flow from the Tungurahua volcano. It rests on metamorphic rocks of the Cordillera Real that, together with a historical remnant of Cotopaxi lahar, provides an environment full of adrenaline, learning and conservation of the Geological Heritage.

Tungurahua Volcano Geopark | Geoconservation, Geoeducation and Geotourism

Emblematic proposal focused on locally based Geoconservation, Geoeducation and Geotourism.

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