Príncipe Peak

mountain, Sao Tome and Principe

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Príncipe Peak is the highest point on Príncipe Island, reaching 3,110 feet (948 meters) above sea level. Príncipe Island is part of the island country of São Tomé and Príncipe, located in the Gulf of Guinea on the Equator. The island is situated north of São Tomé island and has a population of approximately 7,450 people. The terrain of Príncipe Island, like São Tomé, is characterized by high volcanic mountains that descend steeply to the sea, though volcanic activity has not occurred in recent centuries.12

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Sao Tome and Principe
Relief and drainage
…metres) above sea level, and Príncipe Peak on the smaller island reaches 3,110 feet (948 metres). These mountainous areas are deeply dissected by stream erosion, and spectacular isolated volcanic plugs stand out as landmarks. Swift and rocky streams rush down to the coast in every direction.
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…metres) above sea level, and Príncipe Peak on the smaller island reaches 3,110 feet (948 metres). These mountainous areas are deeply dissected by stream erosion, and spectacular isolated volcanic plugs stand out as landmarks. Swift and rocky streams rush down to the coast in every direction.
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