The volcanic cone stands like a dirt hill about 15 meters tall.
Its a popular activity for tourists to dip and frolic in the mud, for its alleged healing properties.
The crater has no perceivable bottom and its the density of the mud that keeps you afloat.
So the local priest sprinkled it with holy water, extinguishing the volcano and drowning the Devil in mud.
Mud-bathing at El Totumo can be an unforgettable experience, but for different reasons.
Fingers will be stuck into various crevices of your body including the ears.
Meanwhile, someone else will be scrubbing your two-piece bathing suit.
Sources:Beyond Blighty/SotcBlog/Lonely Planet/National Geographic
