What are some facts about Mount Popocatepetl?

Find fun facts and images, for kids about the volcano Popocatepetl in Mexico, one of the most famous volcanoes in the world. read more

Popocatépetl, located about 70 km (43 miles) southeast of Mexico City, is one of Mexico's most active volcanoes. At 5,465 meters (17,930 ft), “El Popo” is the second highest peak in Mexico. read more

Popocatepetl is one of Mexico's most active volcanoes. After almost 50 years of dormancy,"Popo" came back to life in 1994 and has since then been producing powerful explosions at irregular intervals. In the past centuries befor European invasions, large eruptions produced giant mud flows that have buried Atzteque settlements, even entire pyramids. read more

The first Spanish ascent of Popocatépetl is thought to have been made in 1522 by Hernán Cortés’s men, who needed to acquire sulfur for the manufacture of gunpowder. After lying inactive for more than 70 years, Popocatépetl erupted in December 1994, causing an ashfall over Puebla. read more