Pico Cão Grande
Geographic landmark in São Tomé and Príncipe / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Pico Cão Grande (Portuguese for "Great Dog Peak") is a landmark needle-shaped volcanic plug peak in São Tomé and Príncipe, in the Caué District of São Tomé Island in Parque Natural Obô de São Tomé. Its summit is 663 m (2,175 ft) above sea level,[1] and it rises about 370 m (1,210 ft) over the surrounding terrain.[2] The volcanic plug was formed by magma solidifying in the vent of an active volcano.[2] The nearest village is Vila Clotilde, 3 km to the east. The district seat São João dos Angolares is 9 km to the east.
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Pico Cão Grande | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 663 m (2,175 ft)[1] |
Prominence | 370 m (1,210 ft) |
Coordinates | 0°7′05″N 6°33′59″E |
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Geology | |
Mountain type | Volcanic plug |
Climbing | |
First ascent | February 1991 by Japanese Group of climbers. |
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