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Where is the Cueva de Todoque located?
The Cueva de Todoque is located on the island of La Palma in the Canary Islands, Spain. It sits beneath the surface in the Todoque region of the island.
How was the Cueva de Todoque formed?
The lava tube was formed during the 1949 eruption of the San Juan volcano. As the surface lava cooled and solidified, the molten lava beneath it continued to flow, eventually draining and leaving a hollow cave behind.
How large is the Cueva de Todoque?
The Cueva de Todoque is a roughly 600-meter-long subterranean lava tube. Its size makes it one of the more notable volcanic caves found on the island of La Palma.
Was the Cueva de Todoque affected by the 2021 La Palma eruption?
While the 2021 Cumbre Vieja eruption caused massive destruction across the island, the Cueva de Todoque was formed by the much older 1949 San Juan eruption. The cave is a geological reminder of the island's long, ongoing history of volcanic activity.
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