Mount Meru

　　Mount Meru is situated approximately 70 kilometers west of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. It is a stratovolcano that rises to an elevation of 4,566 meters and can be spotted from Mount Kilimanjaro on clear days. It ranks as the tenth highest peak in Africa. A significant portion of Mount Meru’s structure collapsed due to a volcanic eruption around 8,000 years ago on its eastern side, similar to the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens in Washington State, USA.

　　The most recent eruption of Mount Meru occurred in 1910. The presence of several cones and craters around the mountain offers a glimpse into its eruptive past. Mount Meru is the geographical centerpiece of Arusha National Park. The fertile soils on its slopes support a rich diversity of wildlife, including approximately 400 species of birds, monkeys, leopards, and more. At the summit, visitors can see a 2-meter-tall Tanzanian flag made of metal, as well as a concrete plaque inscribed with “Socialist Peak 4562.13 Meters.”

　　Mount Meru Reason to Visit: The highest volcano in Tanzania Continent: Africa Country/Region: Tanzania Province/State: Arusha Region