Mitre (New Zealand)

For the well-known peak in Milford Sound, see Mitre Peak (New Zealand).
Mitre
Highest point
Elevation 1,571 m (5,154 ft)
Geography
Location North Island, New Zealand
Parent range Tararua Range

Mitre is the highest mountain of the Tararua Range, situated in the lower North Island of New Zealand. It has a total height of 1,571 metres (5,154 ft).

The mountain was named after its double peak that resembles a bishop's mitre.[1]

References

Coordinates: 40°48′S 175°27′E / 40.800°S 175.450°E / -40.800; 175.450


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