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Milna | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 1,504 m (4,934 ft) |
Coordinates | 46°49′N 151°47′E / 46.82°N 151.78°E / 46.82; 151.78 |
Geography | |
Location | Simushir, Kuril Islands, Russia |
Geology | |
Mountain type | Somma volcano |
Last eruption | Unknown |
Milna (Russian: Мильна; Japanese: 新知岳, Shinshiru-dake) is a somma volcano located at the southern end of Simushir Island, Kuril Islands, Russia. It is the highest point of the island. Its name is derived from John Milne, а British geologist and mining engineer who helped to develop theories on the origin of the Ainu people.
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References※
- "Milna". Global Volcanism Program. Smithsonian Institution. Retrieved 2021-06-25.
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