Maromokotro

mountain, Madagascar

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Maromokotro is the highest peak in Madagascar, reaching an elevation of 9,436 feet (2,876 meters). It is located in the Tsaratanana Massif in the northern part of the island. This massif is part of Madagascar's central plateau, which is characterized by uplifted and worn-down terrain. The plateau itself is divided into three parallel longitudinal zones, with Maromokotro being the highest point in the northern zone. The Ankaratra Massif in central Madagascar is another significant mountainous region, featuring volcanic activity and reaching a height of 8,671 feet (2,643 meters) at Mount Tsiafajavona, which is the second-highest peak.12

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…the Tsaratanana Massif, whose summit, Maromokotro, reaches 9,436 feet (2,876 metres) and is the highest point on the island. Ankaratra Massif in the centre is an enormous volcanic mass whose summit, Tsiafajavona, is 8,671 feet (2,643 metres) high. Ankaratra is a major watershed divide separating three main river basins. Farther…
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…the Tsaratanana Massif, whose summit, Maromokotro, reaches 9,436 feet (2,876 metres) and is the highest point on the island. Ankaratra Massif in the centre is an enormous volcanic mass whose summit, Tsiafajavona, is 8,671 feet (2,643 metres) high. Ankaratra is a major watershed divide separating three main river basins. Farther…
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