In Humboldt’s footsteps: Volcanic visions in Ecuador — Part 2

The adventurous life of the German natural scientist, Alexander von Humboldt, is celebrated on the occasion of his 250th birthday. Through seven captivating documentaries, you can explore the many wonders of this fascinating historical figure.

One of the documentaries centers around Humboldt’s journey to Ecuador, where he made the incredible discovery of dozens of volcanoes. So intrigued was he by his findings that he named the area the “Avenue of the Volcanoes.” Even more astoundingly, 17 of these volcanoes remain active today. Follow in the footsteps of this extraordinary explorer and learn more about his thrilling expeditions.