Famous for the destruction of Pompeii in 79 AD, Mount Vesuvius remains an active threat, overlooking the Bay of Naples.
Krakatoa's 1883 eruption was one of the most powerful in recorded history, causing tsunamis and global climate effects.
Known for its devastating 1980 eruption, Mount St. Helens is part of the volatile Pacific Ring of Fire.
Cotopaxi is one of the world's highest active volcanoes, posing a significant threat to nearby populated areas.
Located in Kyushu, Sakurajima is one of Japan's most active volcanoes, with frequent eruptions.
Popocatépetl, near Mexico City, is highly active and known for its regular emissions of ash and gas.
Nyiragongo is renowned for its persistent lava lake, posing a constant threat to nearby communities.
With frequent eruptions, Mount Merapi is one of Indonesia's most active and dangerous volcanoes.
Located on an island within a lake, Taal has produced some of the country's most destructive eruptions.
Mount Rainier, an iconic stratovolcano, poses risks of lahars and ashfall to the densely populated Puget Sound region.
The 1985 eruption resulted in a devastating lahars, burying the town of Armero and highlighting the dangers of volcanic activity.
Mount Aso, located on Kyushu, is one of the world's largest volcanic calderas and remains an active threat with occasional eruptions, showcasing the volatile nature of Earth's geology.