Rempart Mountain
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| Rempart Mountain/Montagne kasé | |
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.jpg) Rempart Mountain as seen in 2015 | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 772[1] m (2,533 ft) |
| Coordinates | 20°18′11″S 57°25′50″E / 20.30306°S 57.43056°E |
Rempart Mountain is a mountain located near Tamarin in the Rivière Noire district, western Mauritius. It is notable for its prominence, which is due to its three distinct peaks. The westernmost peak, known as Big Gorilla Peak or First Ridge, reaches a height of 772 meters. The middle peak, Montagne Kasé, is slightly taller than the Trois Mamelles (Three Breasts), which stand at around 600 meters. The easternmost peak, the original Rempart, is the shortest at 545 meters, a fact often overlooked. Information regarding the peak heights was obtained from the University of Mauritius (UoM) and Casela Nature Parks. The mountain itself is composed of weathered rock and is considered a challenging climb. While a climbing ladder that once existed has been removed, the mountain remains on private property. Ascents require permission and are best undertaken with a guide. Despite these restrictions, trespassing for climbing purposes is not uncommon. Rempart Mountain is the fourth highest peak in Mauritius, after Le Pouce.[2]
See also[edit]
- Rivière du Rempart (river) in north-east Mauritius.
References[edit]
- ^ "Important Bird Areas factsheet: Macchabé - Brise Fer forest". datazone.birdlife.org. BirdLife International (2018). Retrieved 5 March 2018.
- ^ Stanley Gibbons Stamp Catalogue: Commonwealth and British Empire Stamps 1840-1970. 111th edition. London: Stanley Gibbons, 2009, p. 412. ISBN 0852596839
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