Cathedral Peak, Mountain summit in Drakensberg, South Africa.
Cathedral Peak rises to 3,004 meters in height, featuring a distinctive spire-like formation separated from the main Drakensberg mountain range by natural erosion.
The first documented climb of Cathedral Peak occurred in 1917 when mountaineers D.W. Basset-Smith and R.G. Kingdon successfully reached the summit through the gully route.
The mountain receives the name Mponjwana from the Amangwane people, translating to Little Horn in reference to its characteristic pointed shape.
The ascent requires a full day of hiking without technical rope equipment, though the steep terrain demands good physical condition and mountain experience.
The peak contains geological formations primarily composed of basalt rock, standing alongside the Twins, Bell, Inner Horn, and Outer Horn peaks on Cathedral Ridge.
GPS coordinates: -28.92478,29.13374
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:10
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