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Timanfaya National Park

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The greatest recorded eruptions occurred between 1730 and 1736. The volcanic activity continues as the surface temperature in the core ranges from 100 to 600 °C (212 to 1,112 °F) at the depth of 13 metres (43 ft), which is demonstrated by pouring water into the ground, resulting in a
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Access to the park by the public is strictly regulated to protect the delicate flora and fauna. There are one or two footpaths, and a popular short route where one can visit by camel. There is a public car park from which one can tour the volcanic landscape by
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is its symbol. It is the only National Park in Spain which is entirely geological. Timanfaya National Park represents a sign of recent and historical volcanism in the
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which is an attraction for tourists. There is only one active volcano, Timanfaya volcano, after which the park is named.
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covering the whole of Lanzarote. The national park is one of the core areas of the biosphere reserve.
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Region. The last volcanic eruptions occurred during the 18th century as well as in the 19th century.
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National park and biosphere reserve in the Canary Islands, Spain
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using a road that is otherwise closed to the public.
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