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| Pometenik | |
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 703 m (2,306 ft) |
| Coordinates | 43°28′26″N17°48′20″E / 43.47389°N 17.80556°E Coordinates: 43°28′26″N17°48′20″E / 43.47389°N 17.80556°E |
Pometenik is a mountain in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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| Pometenik | |
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 703 m (2,306 ft) |
| Coordinates | 43°28′26″N17°48′20″E / 43.47389°N 17.80556°E Coordinates: 43°28′26″N17°48′20″E / 43.47389°N 17.80556°E |
Pometenik is a mountain in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
It is located near the city of Mostar.
The mountain's highest peak has an elevation of 703 metres (2,306 ft) above sea level.
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