Argun (mountain)

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Argun
Ethiopia
Highest point
Elevation 3,418 m (11,214 ft)
Prominence 2,208 m (7,244 ft)
Isolation 69.61 km (43.25 mi)
Listing Ultra
Coordinates 6°6′N36°45′E / 6.100°N 36.750°E / 6.100; 36.750
Geography
LocationEthiopia
Parent range Central Ethiopian Highlands

Argun is a mountain located in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia. Argun is an Ultra-prominent peak and is the 19th highest in Africa. [1] It has an elevation of 3,418 m (11,214 ft). [2]

See also

List of Ultras of Africa

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References

  1. "The Africa 50 Finest Mountains ranked by primary factor". www.ii.uib.no. Retrieved 2024-10-10.
  2. "Argun - Peakbagger.com". www.peakbagger.com. Retrieved 2024-10-10.