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Cockscomb (mountain)

The Cockscomb is a high mountain in the Eastern Cape, in South Africa. It gets its name from its resemblance to a fowl's comb. It is situated in the Baviaanskloof region and the nearest town is Patensie. The Cockscomb is part of the Groot Winterhoek range. Its peak is 1,768 m (5,801 ft) or 1,752 m (5,748 ft) above sea level, depending on the source.

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Cockscomb
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A photo of Cockscomb peak rising out of the mist
Cockscomb peak rising out of the mist
Highest point
Elevation1,768 m (5,801 ft)1
Prominence1,282 m (4,206 ft)2
ListingRibu
Coordinates33°34′00″S 024°46′59″E / 33.56667°S 24.78306°E / -33.56667; 24.78306
Geography
Cockscomb
Location in South Africa
LocationEastern Cape, South Africa
Parent rangeGreat Winterhoek Mountains

The Cockscomb is a high mountain in the Eastern Cape, in South Africa. It gets its name from its resemblance to a fowl's comb. It is situated in the Baviaanskloof region and the nearest town is Patensie. The Cockscomb is part of the Groot Winterhoek range. Its peak is 1,768 m (5,801 ft)1 or 1,752 m (5,748 ft)3 above sea level, depending on the source.

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References

  1. "Topography, Geology and Geomorphology". Gamtoos Tourism. 2008. Retrieved 15 March 2014.
  2. "World Ribus – Southern Africa". World Ribus. Retrieved 26 December 2024.
  3. "Cockscomb". Peakery. Retrieved 15 March 2014.