It is the highest mountain in Africa and the highest free-standing mountain above sea level in the world, at 5,895 m (19,341 ft) above sea level and 4,900 m (16,100 ft) above its plateau base. It is also the highest volcano in the Eastern Hemisphere and the fourth most topographically prominent peak on Earth.

Mount Kilimanjaro has three significant peaks that are known. These three peaks are basically volcanic cones. The three peaks are Mawenzi, Shira and Kibo. Of the three mentioned peaks, Kibo is the highest point, giving Mount Kilimanjaro the right to be the tallest mountain in Africa and the worlds highest free-standing mountain towering to a ...

2025年1月1日 · The Kilimanjaro Peak Ultra is a unique trailrunning race to the summit of the 5,895 m Kilimanjaro in Tanzania and back down. The KPU follows the Marangu route, the most popular and easiest route with about 68 km and 4,100 meter of elevation gain from Marangu Gate, one of the entry points to the nationalpark, up to Uhuru Peak and back down.

2024年7月10日 · Located in Tanzania, Mount Kilimanjaro is the African continent's highest peak at 5,895 meters (19,340 feet). The majestic mountain is a snow-capped volcano. Photograph by W. Robert Moore, courtesy of the National Geographic image collection

Mount Kilimanjaro, located in Tanzania, is Africa’s highest peak in Mount Kilimanjaro National Park. Its fame draws adventurers and nature lovers worldwide due to its impressive height and diverse ecosystems. This article explores the geological history, significance, and detailed features of its three primary peaks Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira.

Kilimanjaro is the name of the mountain in its entirety, including its three different volcanic peaks and every cliff and crater from the summit at 19,341 feet to the rainforest at its foot. It is the tallest mountain on Earth that is not connected to a mountain range.

Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest free standing mountain in the world, rising 5,882 metres or 19,298 ft from it/s base. It is a volcano with three volcanic cones, Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira. Kibo’s highest peak (Uhuru Peak) rises 5,895 metres or 19,341 ft above sea level.

2012年9月24日 · One of the Seven Summits (the highest peaks on the seven continents), Kilimanjaro is in Tanzania in east Africa. Kilimanjaro lies within the 292-square-mile (756 square kilometers)...

2021年7月6日 · It is also the 4 th most isolated mountain peak on Earth and the 4 th most prominent peak among the Seven Summits of the World after Mount Everest, Mount Aconcagua, and Mount Denali. Geography Vegetation along the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro.

2024年4月27日 · Mount Kilimanjaro, the majestic peak located in Tanzania, holds a rich history and significance that stretches back centuries. From the origin of its name to the geology of the mountain itself, there is much to explore and uncover about this iconic landmark.