| Milna | |
|---|---|
  Milna Milne volcano in Russian Far East | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,504 m (4,934 ft) |
| Coordinates | 46°49′N 151°47′E / 46.82°N 151.78°E |
| Geography | |
| Location | Simushir, Kuril Islands, Russia |
| Geology | |
| Mountain type | Somma volcano |
| Last eruption | Unknown |
Milna (Russian: Мильна; Japanese: 新知岳, Shinshiru-dake) is a somma volcano located at the southern end of Simushir Island, Kuril Islands, Russia. It is the highest point of the island. Its name is derived from John Milne,[1] а British geologist and mining engineer who helped to develop theories on the origin of the Ainu people.
See also
References
- "Milna". Global Volcanism Program. Smithsonian Institution. Retrieved 2021-06-25.
This article is issued from Wikipedia. The text is licensed under Creative Commons - Attribution - Sharealike. Additional terms may apply for the media files.