Karaurín-tepui, Mountain summit in Bolívar, Venezuela.
Description
Karaurín-tepui is a table-top mountain in Bolívar with a summit reaching approximately 2,500 meters elevation and a plateau measuring around 1.88 square kilometers. The surface is covered in low shrubby vegetation.
History
The mountain formed over millions of years through geological processes that created its distinctive flat-topped structure. This gradual erosion and weathering continues to shape the landscape of the region today.
Culture
The mountain is part of the Eastern Tepuis chain, and its name comes from the Pemon indigenous language meaning table-top mountain. Visitors can grasp this indigenous naming tradition by observing the distinctive flat summit shape.
Practical
The remote location near the Guyana border requires specialized travel arrangements and thorough preparation for any exploration attempts. Accessibility is limited and visitors should expect difficult conditions.
Did you know?
The summit plateau functions as an isolated ecosystem with plant and animal species that evolved separately from surrounding areas. This isolation over long time periods allowed specialized life forms to develop.
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