Kanlaon volcano - active volcano on the island of Negros, 30 km from Bacolod, the island's capital and its most populous city. The volcano, which is part of the national park "Mount Kanlaon", created in 1934, has long won popularity among fans of rock climbing. Kanlaon also part of the Pacific Ring of Fire. Not far away are the mountains strength and Mandalagan.

The height of the volcano - 2435 meters, is the highest peak of the island of Negros. The diameter of the base - 30 km, and the volcano dotted with pyroclastic cones and craters. Near the top of the crater lies Kanlaona Lugud and north of the crater - the caldera known as the Valley of Margaha, with a small lake. On the slopes Kanlaona are three hot springs - Mambukal, Bukalan and Bungol. And all around, in the thickets of the jungle, hidden several beautiful waterfalls, such as falls and Kipot Sudlon.

The most active volcano in the central Philippines Kanlaon erupted 26 times since 1886. These were mainly the eruption of small and medium-sized with a small amount of ash emitted. In August 1996, it has risen to the top of Kanlaona group of 24 climbers, when suddenly the volcano began to erupt, although this showed no signs of activity. Then killed several members of expeditions, including British student, is closest to the crater. The remaining members of the band have been saved.

Despite the potential danger, Kanlaon continues to be a mecca for local mountaineers and rock climbers. The territory of the national park of the same name laid about 40 km of hiking trails, most of which leads to the top. The shortest path is considered Masulog - only 8 km by road trails and Araal Mapot may take a whole day, and the longest trail is the Vasa, to overcome which takes up to two days. During the ascent you can see rare species of birds, such as parakeets and colored hornbills. Here there are several species of lizards and snakes, endangered. On the very top of the wonderful views of the surrounding area.