Chimborazo Day
June 3, Tuesday
Why is Mount Chimborazo so important?
The Earth is not a perfect sphere but slightly flattened at the poles and bulging at the equator. Chimborazo is located near the equator, so its summit extends farther into space than Everest's.
Interesting facts about Chimborazo:
* Located in the Andes, in Ecuador
* Elevation above sea level is 6,263 meters
* Distance from the Earth's center is about 6,384.4 kilometers — 2 kilometers more than Everest
* Last erupted around 1,500 years ago
* The name "Chimborazo" may come from Quechua words: "chimpu" (snow line) and "rasu" (ice/snow peak)
How is Chimborazo Day celebrated?
It is not an official public holiday, but it is celebrated by geography enthusiasts, travelers, scientists, and nature lovers. People may:
* Share photos and facts about Chimborazo on social media
* Learn about geography and Earth's shape
* Plan or recall trips to the Andes
* Join hikes or excursions to volcanoes and mountains