Mayon is a volcano on the coast of Albay Gulf in southeastern Luzon, in the Philippines. Mayon rises to a height of 7,943 feet (2,421 meters) above sea level. It is one of the highest mountains in the country and is a significant landmark on the Bicol Peninsula. Mayon and the surrounding area have been developed into a national park and recreation area.
The volcano is regarded as the most beautiful mountain in the Philippines. It is noted for its nearly perfect cone-shaped appearance. It is also one of the country’s most active volcanoes. During its frequent eruptions, it covers Albay province with volcanic ash. As a result, the soil there is extremely fertile. Most of its eruptions are mild. Mayon’s most violent explosion occurred in 1814. The eruption buried the town of Cagsawa.
