El Salvador Day 2...photographing a volcano.

Today I climbed the tallest volcano in the country of El Salvador. It was quite a journey and certainly rewarding at the top. The Santa Ana volcano erupted as recently as 2005 and the heat can certainly be felt at the top. The unique characteristic at the top is the giant crater that hosts a bright turquoise colored sulfuric lagoon. Overall, the experience was amazing. The top of the volcano is one of the most unique places I've ever photographed....Here are just a couple shots of the crater.
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This view is of a deck that sits below the restaurant on the edge of dormant volcano that hosts a giant lake in the center. Lake Coatepeque