Paka (volcano)

Paka
Paka

Location in Kenya

Highest point
Elevation 1,697 m (5,568 ft)
Coordinates 0°55′10″N 36°11′29″E / 0.919465°N 36.191454°E / 0.919465; 36.191454Coordinates: 0°55′10″N 36°11′29″E / 0.919465°N 36.191454°E / 0.919465; 36.191454
Geography
Location Kenya
Geology
Mountain type Shield volcano
Last eruption 7550 BCE ± 1000 years

Paka is a shield volcano located in the Great Rift Valley, Kenya. Geothermal activity is widespread at Paka. Paka means "cat"in Swahilli.

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