Dallol volcano- the lowest volcano in the world, located 48 meters below sea level and having a crater diameter of 1450 m, was formed on the planet more than 900 million years ago. The average annual temperature on Dallol is also unique. In the 60s of the XX century, it was 34 ° Celsius, which to this day remains the maximum average annual temperature.
You ask, where do such saturated and eye-catching colors come from? Scientists explain it this way: after the explosion and eruption in 1926 (by the way, since that time the volcano has been “silent”), a lake of acid was formed in its crater. And the characteristic white, yellow and red colors are nothing more than the result of staining with various ions of sulfur and potassium salts. Constant emissions of gases, the sources of which (fumaroles) look like huge eggs, add a cosmic dimension to the picture.
Let's find out more about him ...
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Getting on the slopes of Erta Ale, where the eponymous African village of Dallol is located next to the volcano's crater, one gets the impression of an extraterrestrial origin of the surrounding landscapes, the basis of which is lava, sulfur and andesite frozen in bizarre forms. Astronauts say the volcano's landscapes resemble Io, a satellite of the planet Jupiter.
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It is believed that volcano formed as a result of the eruption of basaltic magma under the body of the volcano, which is why it has such a bizarre shape. The mouth of the volcano, which lies in the most remote region of Ethiopia, is surrounded by hills that rise 50-60 meters above the flat, completely covered with salt, areas. The Dallol volcano crater, measuring 1.5 km x 3 km in perimeter, is believed to be located on top of Quaternary deposits, which include a huge deposit of potassium salts, and the hills are the remaining remains of the crater walls. But the age of these hills and the process of their origin still remain a mystery even for scientists.
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Visiting the volcano, even now you can witness volcanic processes, to see how salt is washed out and transported from the depths of the volcano to the surface in order to dissolve in hot thermal springs or freeze in bizarre rounded shapes that have yellow, red, white and greenish hues. On Dallol, numerous areas of fumarole can be found, an accumulation of thin layers of salt that forms white oval formations, somewhat reminiscent of the eggs of large birds. Dallol volcano has two lava lakes at once, one of which is located in the volcano's crater.
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Near the Dallol volcano in the Black Mountain region, about 1000 tons of salt are erupted annually, which local residents cut into rectangular slabs and transported by camels to the nearest large cities. These plates are later sold to Mekel for processing into table salt.
There is a legend that the mouth of the Dallol volcano is the same gates to hell described by Enoch of Ethiopia in the ancient manuscript "Book of Enoch". According to this scholar, who made history in the 1st century. BC, the end of the world will be caused by the abyss that burst into our world, which will engulf it in fire. Also, in the records of the patriarch, he mentions a harsh people who guard the gates of hell. Despite the fact that Enoch does not indicate the geographical location of this terrible place, some scholars quite logically assume that it could very well be Dallol: Enoch of Ethiopia? Ethiopian. Is Dallol the hottest place? Yes sir. Tribes - like Cerberus? Undoubtedly. So there is some common sense in the theory of these scientists.
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To see the Dallol volcano with his own eyes, a traveler needs to accomplish a real feat - and these are not empty words. The fact is that the area called Dallol, in which the volcano of the same name is located, is located in the north of Ethiopia and is known for the fact that there are no roads as a class. You can get here only by the caravan route, which is laid for the collection and delivery of salt. Moreover, this is the most remote place from civilization on Earth and, probably, it will be superfluous to say that it is uninhabited. Therefore, not everyone decides on a dangerous adventure.
The volcano is located in the Afar region, at a distance of 1 day from Mekele and 2 days from the main road Addis-Ababa-Djibouti. Travelers who are lucky enough to visit Erta Ale consider Dallol volcano one of the most unusual places on the planet.
Coordinates: 14 ° 14 ′ 30 ″ N, 40 ° 18 ′ 0 ″ E
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Crystals of salt can be seen on the surface, which is washed out from the lower layers of the earth and transported to the surface by geothermal hot water. Ethiopians take away whole slabs of the earth's crust, consisting of salt, to later sell it for processing into cooking.
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The name Dallol originated from the Afar tribe, and in translation means "decay", which very well characterizes the local landscape, with green lakes with iron oxide, salt plains, hot springs and a variety of bizarre formations
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At the crater of the volcano in Dallol, travelers will find: 1. Life without the benefits of civilization; 2. Acquaintance with the life of the local people; 3. A desert with abandoned mines and a volcano stretching for many kilometers. However, not everything is as bad as you might think. Scientists have established that the volcano is not going to activate in the near future, and the locals are not that dangerous either. This place is definitely suitable for fans of extreme travel, those people who like to unravel the secrets that the wild nature has prepared for us.
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This rating presents the hottest places in different parts of the world and continents: Antarctica, Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, South America and Australia with Oceania. It will also talk about the hottest place in Russia.
The hottest place on Earth is, of course, in Africa. The absolute record for the highest temperature on our planet was recorded in Libya(North Africa): On September 13, 1922, in the city of Al-Aziziyah, the air temperature in the shade was +57.7 ° C. However, an abandoned village in Ethiopia also claims the title of the hottest place in Africa and the whole world, where an absolute record of the average annual temperature (+34 ºC) was set in the period from 1960 to 1966.
Dallol (Ethiopia)
the city of Al-Aziziya (Libya)
Libyan Desert near Aziziyah
The hottest place in North America - Death Valley in the USA, where on July 10, 1913, the air temperature was +56.7 ° C. The average annual temperature in Death Valley in the period from 1961 to 2008 was +24.8 ° C. Death Valley is not only the hottest, but also the lowest place in North America, it is located 86 meters below sea level.
Death Valley (USA)
Asia is not much inferior to Africa and North America in hotness: in the hottest place in Asia - the Mitraba desert in Kuwait On June 15, 2010, the air temperature was recorded at + 55 ° C.
The hottest place in Australia and Oceania is the Australian city of Odnadatta, where on January 2, 1960, a temperature of + 50.7 ° C was recorded.
The hottest place in South America - Villa de Maria in Argentina, where on January 2, 1920, the thermometer showed +49.1 ° C in the shade.
The hottest place in Europe - the capital of Greece Athens, where on July 10, 1977 the temperature was fixed at +48 ° C. In 1881, in Spain and Portugal, temperatures were recorded above +50 ° C, but these data are not considered official, because measurement standards left much to be desired.
Saudi Arabia
A small town called Jeddah opens the top with the hottest places on Earth. Located on the coast of the Red Sea, closer to the western part of Saudi Arabia. In the province of Mecca, the average temperature varies from +22 to +25 degrees. In July it reaches +33 degrees. It is worth noting that the lowest temperature was recorded in 1995. During this time period, only +3 degrees were observed. The largest was recorded in 2012, in the summer. The indicator has bypassed the mark of + 52 ° C.
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Next on the list is the city of Wadi Halfa, which is just two kilometers from Lake Nasser. In northern Sudan, temperatures rise to 53 degrees. On average, 27 is above zero. From May to September, as a rule, + 40 ° C. It is worth noting that there are only 15,000 inhabitants in this settlement. Tourists are rare due to the difficult living conditions. Even locals who have adapted to the heat often suffer burns, sunstroke and enormous strain on the heart. It is dangerous to stay in this place for a long time!
In the list of the hottest places, it is worth noting the Iranian city of Ahvaz, which is located in the southwest of the country. Stretches on the banks of the Karun River. This town is the largest in its province. According to data from the World Health Organization, presented in 2011, in Ahvaz, the average air temperature per year is +45 degrees. In rare cases, the value exceeds 50 degrees above zero. The record figure was registered in 2004 + 59 ° C. Being in this city, it is not worth staying for a long time. The locals have adapted to the conditions, you are not!
Speaking of "hot cities", one cannot but mention Sulaibiya - Kuwait. The small town got into the top because of the average annual temperature, which reaches 47 ° C. The maximum that has ever been recorded in the city is +52 degrees. The indicator was noticed in 2012. The city is located in the province of Al-Jahra. In summer, staying in this village for more than an hour is fraught with negative health consequences. In winter, the temperature drops to 30 degrees with a "+" value.
Another Israeli town called Tirat Tzvi is included in the list of the hottest places on the planet. In 2007, there were only 700 inhabitants in this village. The town is located in the Beit Sheana valley. North of Israel, on average, overcomes a small handful of residents with temperatures of 45-50 degrees. The maximum was recorded in 1941. Researchers who studied the climate recorded a value of 53.9 ° C on June 21st. Currently, this record is in doubt, since research groups are not often here. It is likely that the temperature reached a higher indicator.
In the western part of the famous Sahara Desert, there is a small village called Aravan. Currently there are about 300 registered residents. However, only 40 are permanently located at a point located 243 kilometers from Timbuktu. The rest can be attributed to migrants who live in the states of Taodenni. They can be understood, because the maximum temperature in this "cool" place is 46 degrees above zero. And the heat continues for 6 months a year. On average, the indicator is 29 degrees with a "+" sign.
It's hard to find a hotter place in the world than Timbuktu, but we did it. As for this city, which is part of Mali, there is an average temperature of +34 ° C. The maximum is above 50 degrees. Even in winter, the heat does not drop below 20 degrees. The city is located in the north of Africa. It is considered one of the largest caravan trade centers. It is currently a poor city experiencing desertification. Most of the residents left their homes and moved to cooler settlements.
The top three winners include Kebili in Tunisia. In the south of the country, it was washed by the Shott el-Jerid lake. Now the reservoir is almost dry. It is considered one of the oldest oases, both in this country and in North Africa as a whole. The maximum recorded in Kebili is +55 degrees. The indicator was registered in 1931. At the moment, only the most courageous people live here, since the city belongs to the most dangerous places on Earth. Naturally, the danger is due to the possibility of detrimental effects on health.
This place is located 462 kilometers from the capital Tripoli. Near the border of Algeria and Tunisia, the temperature is close to 41 degrees. Ghadames belongs to the hottest places because of the short duration of the coolness. Winter lasts just a few weeks and even then with a "+" sign on the thermometer. Summer is very long and very hot. The arid climate forced many locals to cross the border. It should also be said that there is practically no precipitation on the territory of the town. Tourists cannot be found here, which is quite natural and correct!
The hottest place in the world- Death Valley in the USA. This is an intermontane depression, which you can find in the top among the most dangerous places on the planet. The maximum heat indicator was observed in this place in 1913. On July 10, a temperature of 56.7 degrees was recorded. On average, the mark is kept at + 46 ° C. This place is located in eastern California. It is worth noting that Death Valley covers most of the national park.
Driest and hottest area on the planet is Death Valley - an intermontane depression in the Mojave Desert in eastern California, USA. It covers most of the national park of the same name. In the valley on July 10, 1913, the highest air temperature in the world was recorded, it was plus 56.7 ° C. The average maximum temperature in July here reaches 46 ° C. It's hard to imagine life in this place. Actually, even a temporary stay in Death Valley without special equipment is certain death!
The hottest place in Russia in 2010 was registered in Kalmykia. Experts from the Utta meteorological station recorded a record rate of +45.4 degrees. By no means, an isolated case was noticed on July 12. After that, on the territory of this place, such a temperature was not observed.
As for the average annual temperature, Sochi is probably the hottest. While in the city, it is worth taking care of the availability of sunscreen. Getting burned is easy! The resort annually attracts a huge number of tourists from different countries of the world.
While our football players are giving heat at the World Cup, and warm summer weather has set in the middle part of Russia, it's time to show you what real heat is. I have been there twice in the last 12 months.
Death Valley is located in the state of California. This intermontane depression has long been considered one of the hottest places on the planet. In addition to its harsh climate, Death Valley is also known for its Badwater Trench, which is 86 meters below sea level, making it the lowest point on the earth's surface in North America. At the same time, only 136 km from the depression is the highest point of the continental United States - Mount Whitney (4421 m above sea level).
1. The highest temperature in Death Valley (56.7 ° C) was recorded on July 10, 1913. This is the highest temperature ever recorded on Earth. There are discussions about this, since there is another place on the planet, in Libya, where the temperature rose to 58 degrees Celsius. However, the measurements were not made in accordance with the conditions of the official fixation of the record. 
The name of this national park, as it were, warns tourists in advance of what to expect on a difficult journey. A harsh and very hot desert, the daytime temperatures of which sometimes simply become deadly for all living things. Many people compare Death Valley to a real hell on earth. Indeed, almost immediately one gets the impression that this ascetic, lifeless and frightening passage has left the pages of the Old Testament. 
You should get here either by car or as part of an excursion group. It is very convenient to plan a day trip from Las Vegas, as we did. The distance from Vegas to Death Valley is about 200 km.
2. The Valley of Death from above resembles a frozen white valley. Salt deposits give it a white tint. The thing is that there used to be the ancient salt lake Manly, later it dried up, but the salt marsh remained: 
2. As I said, now Death Valley has the status of a US National Park. All security measures have been taken here, but to this day it is unsafe here for a long time. There are recorded cases of death and mysterious disappearance of people. Someone associates this with mysticism, someone with violation of the rules for visiting this extreme park: 
3. Various signs urge you to be careful and not visit these places in the midst of the heat of the day: 
4. In addition to the valley itself, the hills and hills that surround this place are popular with tourists. In addition, impressive views open up from the hill and it is a little cooler here: 
5. Not a bad place for photo shoots: 
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8. We go down to the valley itself. One of the interesting points is called "Devil" s Golf Course. In fact, this is the bottom of a long disappeared lake: 
9. The field consists of pointed crystals of salt, so you should walk on it very carefully and look at your feet, because if you fall, you can get seriously injured: 
10. Another interesting stopover point in Death Valley is Badwater: 
11. There is a pool in this place that collects water from several small springs, but the accumulation of salts in this place is so great that the water does not have time to completely evaporate: 
12. If you look up, you can see the sea level mark on the rock. Yes Yes. This is where the lowest geographic point of the United States is not located: 
13. This is one of the most popular tourist spots. People don't come here just for the small pool and grade level. They walk along the hot salt deeper into the valley to see something more impressive: 
13. Having walked about a kilometer to the center of the valley, we find ourselves in a futuristic reality: 
14. The valley is cut with salt polyhedrons. There are so many of them that they merge towards the horizon: 
15. If you decide to visit this place, be sure to stock up on water and sunscreen and nerves of steel. Don't forget sunglasses and a hat. Here is the real hell: 
16. I have never seen anything like it. Other planet. Not surprisingly, episodes for various science fiction films were filmed here, for example, "Star Wars": 
17. It is best to finish the tour of the National Park "Death Valley" in the late afternoon. At the exit there is a point with real sand dunes. Sunset light can help you capture great shots: 
18. In conclusion, I propose to take a look at the unusual cloud accumulation over the Valley of Death. What is it? 
Planet Earth is amazing and beautiful. Every day a person can appreciate natural beauty and take advantage of its gifts. However, there are such places in the world, getting into which you understand how small and pitiful a person is before the forces of nature. Here we are talking about the hottest places on the planet.
The hottest place in Africa
Ethiopian Dallol. It is not the hottest place in the world, but without a doubt one of the hottest places in Africa. Half a century ago, Dallol was a mining settlement, but today it is an extinct city, the so-called ghost town. And here, experts recorded the highest average temperature for the year: from 1960 to 1966, thermometers in the city averaged 34.4 degrees Celsius.For a number of days, the temperature indicator was at all higher than 38 degrees. Dallol keeps its temperature positions all year round, so we can say with all responsibility that these warm places in winter will definitely warm tourists. By the way, Dallol is famous for its hydrothermal springs, as it is a volcanically active region. One gets the impression that the heat here comes from everywhere - from hot lava and the scorching sun.
Another hottest place on the planet is Kebili in Tunisia. Here the temperature also breaks records. The mercury column is capable of rising to 55 degrees. And this is perhaps the highest temperature data that has been recorded in Africa. However, Kebili is a beautiful desert oasis where locals can escape the intolerable heat. By the way, there is an opinion that this place was inhabited 200 thousand years ago. And the secret to the popularity of this area is palm trees and cool water.
Residents of the town of Timbuktu also suffer from the heat. The city is located at the intersection of trade routes in the Sahara. It was once the base of Islam in Africa and a scientific center. And now here you can look at the huge collections of ancient manuscripts. But, the heat does its job, and the desert reclaims the territory of the city. Dunes sometimes grow on the streets, and the streets are completely dominated by sand. The heat haunts, and from time to time the thermometers rise to 55 degrees Celsius. Residents are saved only by the cool waters of the Niger River, the river flows 24 kilometers from the city.
Another African place where tourists will be warm is Egypt. The warmest place in Egypt is definitely Sharm El Sheikh. Here, even in winter, thermometers rarely drop below 20 degrees. However, the weather in the country is very changeable, warm weather and rest can be spoiled by strong winds. However, even in spite of this, swimming is very comfortable.
The hottest place in Russia
Warm places in Russia are, of course, in the south of the country. The hottest city is Krasnodar. 
Taking into account winter in Krasnodar, the average annual temperature is plus 12 degrees. In summer, thermometers show about 30 degrees Celsius; in some cases and regions, mercury columns rise to 40 degrees. Therefore, if a tourist is desperate to look for warm places in Moscow, then you need to stock up on sunscreen, a swimsuit and get on a plane to Krasnodar.
By the way, the hottest place in Russia, according to official data, is not at all in the Krasnodar Territory. And in Kalmykia. This is the Utta weather station. Here on July 12, 2010, a record air temperature was recorded - plus 45.4 degrees Celsius.
But the warmest place in Europe is worth looking for in Greece. A temperature record has also been set here. It is not for nothing that crowds of tourists flock here during the season, swim in the Mediterranean, Aegean and Ionian Seas and, of course, look at local attractions. Well, the warmest place in Greece is Athens. On July 10, 1977, the thermometers here showed plus 48 degrees. This is an officially recorded record.
For those who do not want to tempt fate, you can go to the warmest place in Spain. These are the Bolear Islands. This is where the famous Mallorca is located. The average annual temperature in the area in summer ranges from 29 to 30 degrees above zero. However, to get to this coveted island, you need to stock up on money, holidays in Spain are not cheap. However, you can find a more budgetary trip and visit, for example, the warmest place in Crimea.
Hottest place in January
January sees a surge in the popularity of travel to exotic and Asian countries to beach resorts. Tourists prefer to bask on the shores of Bali, Thailand, India, Malaysia, Seychelles and Maldives. And not without reason, these are the hottest places on the planet in January. These territories will amaze you with excellent weather and a contrast to the snowy landscapes in Russia.However, along with the above, the Canary Islands are also popular. This is an ideal place for those who cannot stand the stifling heat. In January in the Canary Islands, thermometers show about plus 20 degrees. Hotter - in Mauritius, where in the first month of the year about 30 degrees Celsius, however, humidity reaches 80 percent.
The warmest winter in Europe is in Andalusia. But it is still winter, and during the trip it is worth stocking up on warmer clothes. In general, the climate of Andalusia is hot subtropical with tropical influences. Therefore, this is perhaps the only place in Europe where you can not be surprised to see a person sunbathing in January. In the winter months, in the afternoon, the thermometer can rise to 18 degrees above zero, but there have been cases when it "warmed up" and up to 25 degrees.
The warmest place in the world
The warmest place on earth, if not the hottest, is in Iran. This is Deshte-Lut. Here the temperature breaks all records. The Iranian desert is so hot that no one undertakes to constantly take temperature measurements. 
The NASA satellite recorded thermometers during a 7-year study. So, in the mid-2000s, Deshte-Lut was considered the hottest place in the world. And in 2005, experts made measurements and found out that the highest indicator of all the confirmed temperatures on the planet is exactly here - 70.7 degrees above zero. Moreover, it is this desert, according to the editors of the site, that boasts the most beautiful dunes, which reach a height of 500 meters.
But the hottest country in the world is Qatar. Even in winter, the average air temperature here is 28 degrees with a plus sign.
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