Chimborazo

Chimborazo is a currently inactive stratovolcano in the Cordillera Occidental range of the Andes. Its last known eruption is believed to have occurred around 550 A.D.Chimborazo's summit is the farthest point on the Earth's surface from the Earth's center given that it is located along the planet's equatorial bulge. Based on average global sea level, Chimborazo's summit is lower than Mount Everest; see elevation as measured from sea level.

With a peak elevation of 6,263 m, Chimborazo is the highest mountain in Ecuador. However, it is only the 39th highest peak in the Andes. Chimborazo is also known for mountaineering; its climbing routes are challenging and take place on snow, ice, and rock, often requiring crampons and other technical climbing equipment.