Museum of volcanoes

The town of Chaihe, in Inner Mongolia, north of China, is regarded as one

The town of Chaihe, in Inner Mongolia, north of China, is regarded as a " volcanic museum " because of the traces of eruptions from ancient times that remain throughout the area.

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Chaihe town, in Zalantun city, is located inside the Higgan mountain range. In recent years, scientists have discovered a total of 15 craters in Chaihe. Remnants of ancient ghost eruptions still remain throughout the town. Therefore, this place is called the " Volcanic Museum ".

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Well-preserved ecosystems have made this area an ideal place for scientific research and sightseeing.

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A geologist is studying a stone on the volcano in Chaihe.

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Picturesque cliffs.

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Mosses grow on basalt rocks in volcanoes.

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A heart-shaped lake formed on Tuofeng peak in Chaihe.

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Basalt valleys create a poetic setting for "Volcanic Museum" in Chaihe town.

Update 15 December 2018
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