The soul of the Mayans breathes in Guatemala, Central America. The land of the giants of fire that never sleeps, where you can taste the flavors of volcanoes, such as volcanic pizza and smoked coffee. Using special equipment, the vivid appearance of active volcanoes is vividly conveyed in ultra-high definition images. The 40,000 km-long Ring of Fire surrounding the Pacific Ocean border is home to 75% of the world's volcanoes. It is also where about 90% of the world's earthquakes occur. Hundreds of millions of people of various ethnicities live beneath the dangerous volcanoes. The production team of 'Volcano, Human' deeply follows the lives of people living with volcanoes in Asia, America, and the South Pacific. For them, volcanoes are sometimes the spark of 'great disaster', and sometimes the source of life that allows them to continue living. What are the insights into life realized by those who accept coexistence with volcanoes as fate and sometimes live against them? ■ Guatemala, the land of fire with the breath of the Maya The final destination of 'Volcano, Human' unfolds in Guatemala, the land of fire where the Mayan civilization flourished. It is called the land of eternal spring with an average annual temperature of about 20 degrees. A land with many trees where the nature of the beginning lives and breathes, Guatemala has 37 volcanoes with two faces of creation and destruction. There are 3 active volcanoes that could erupt at any time. It contains the story of people who do not leave the volcanoes and overcome fate despite unpredictable fear. ■ Pacaya, a 12-year-old girl's prayer after waking up from a long sleep 12-year-old Jade is accompanied by her soulmate, her horse Princesa, wherever she goes. A tomboyish girl who likes to ride a horse and travel through nature more than going to school. After school, she helps her father, who works as a guide, and climbs the Pacaya Volcano. The 2,552m high Pacaya Volcano slept for 200 years and suddenly woke up in 1961. Although it is unpredictable when the lava will erupt, tourists from all over the world come to experience the hot heat of the active volcano. This is because you can see the traces of lava up close and taste 'Made in Active Volcano' pizza, allowing you to experience the hot heat of the active volcano with all five senses. The great nature of the volcano has stimulated Jade's sense of adventure. Jade's dream is to climb the Fuego Volcano, the most active volcano in Guatemala and a sacred place for the Mayans. However, her father is worried about his fearless youngest daughter. She lost her precious companion in the volcano, and three years ago, the Pacaya Volcano erupted for 47 days, causing great damage to the villagers. Will Jade's dream come true amidst the hot and uneasy coexistence with the volcano? “Fuego Volcano is an extreme nature. We must respect it. If we look at the volcano with respect, we are not afraid.” Luis, Volcano Guide ■ Atitlan, the Lake of the Soul. Why do I live with a volcano? Lake Atitlan is called the Lake of the Soul by the Mayans. 84,000 years ago, a volcanic eruption collapsed, and rainwater collected to create a 130㎢ caldera lake as wide and deep as the sea. Surrounded by three volcanoes, this place is like a lifeline to the Mayans. Mr. Jeremias, 33, protects his homeland and catches fish in a traditional way, just as his ancestors did. However, he has many worries these days. It is difficult to support his family of five with his current job. Carrying the burden of being the head of the household, Mr. Jeremias leaves to find a job. There is an active volcano called Santiago de Compostela that spews smoke ceaselessly. It is a young volcano that was born 120 years ago and is considered one of the most dangerous volcanoes in Central America. However, the people here cultivate their fields next to the volcano and consider living with the volcano a blessing. This is because the volcanic soil, which is well-drained and rich in nutrients, provides the optimal environment for coffee to grow. Thanks to enduring the dangerous breath of the volcano, coffee beans with a unique Guatemalan flavor are produced. However, as the hot and humid weather has continued recently, damage from pests and diseases has increased. It is uncertain how long the hard-earned Heremias work will continue. The ordeal that has come to those who have no choice but to live with the volcano! Let’s meet them through ‘Volcano, Human’ to see how they will overcome this crisis. “When I look at the volcano, I see the days I have passed. The volcano is not something to be afraid of. It is simply the place where I was born, the place my parents passed down to me, and the place that God has ordained for me.” Enrique, Fisherman A story of passionate coexistence between volcanoes and humans Documentary Insight ‘Volcano, Human Trilogy – The Giant of Fire That Never Sleeps’ ✔KBS Documentary KBS Official YouTube Channel [KBS Documentary] 🔔Subscribe👍Like➡️ / @kbsdocumentary 📝Contact: [email protected] Copyright ⓒ KBS. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction, redistribution, and use (including AI training) are prohibited. ∙Unauthorized reproduction, redistribution, and use (including AI training) are prohibited. ∙The current situation and content may differ somewhat depending on the time of broadcast. ∙Defamatory and malicious comments may be deleted by the operator to protect the performers.