Phlegraean Fields
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The Phlegraean Fields is a large volcanic caldera west of Naples, Italy. The Neapolitan Yellow Tuff eruption produced just 50 cubic kilometers. It is, however, one of relatively few volcanoes large en
The Phlegraean Fields, seen from the Hermitage of Camaldoli in Naples
A satellite photo of the Phlegraean Fields
Sulphur and fumaroles at the Solfatara crater
A fumarole at the Phlegraean Fields. Painting by Michael Wutky, 1780s.
Campanian volcanic arc
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The Campanian volcanic arc is a volcanic arc that consists of a number of active, dormant, and extinct volcanoes in the Campania region of Italy. The Campanian volcanic arc centers on the bay of Naple
View of the crater wall of Mount Vesuvius, with the city of Torre del Greco in the background