GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
Taal Volcano
Taal’s visible Volcano Island lies within a much larger lake-filled caldera in southern Luzon. Water surrounding and within this active volcanic system is central to its hazards.
Fast Facts
- Taal lies south of Manila, between Pinatubo to the north and Mayon farther southeast.
- Volcano Island is a younger feature within the larger caldera.
- Lake water, groundwater and magma can interact during eruptions.
Connected lessons
- Taal VolcanoMap, explanation and practice
Geographical connections
- Mount PinatuboRelated places
- Mayon VolcanoRelated places
- Mount BaturRelated places