Nevado del

Ruiz
It is known as Volcán del Ruiz in honor of Alfonso Ruiz
of Sahajosa, he was a member of the council and notable
person of Ibagué.

The Nevado del Ruiz is located in the border between

the departments of Tolima and Caldas.

It has volcanic layers composed by many small layers of

lava that alternate with hardened volcanic ash.

The Nevado del Ruiz has been

active for many millions of
years.

The Nevado del Ruiz is part of

Parque
the national park

Nacional Natural
Los Nevados