Pieter Both, Mountain summit in Moka Range, Mauritius
The 820-meter mountain features a natural rock formation at its peak that resembles a human head perched upon the mountain's shoulders.
The first recorded climb to the summit took place in 1790 when Claude Peuthe and his porter reached the top using specialized climbing tools.
Local narratives include the tale of Santaka, who encountered mountain fairies and turned to stone after revealing their existence to others.
The primary climbing route starts near a football field in La Laura village and requires proper safety equipment for the technical ascent.
The mountain holds the distinction of being the second-highest peak in Mauritius, falling just eight meters short of Piton de la Petite Rivière Noire.
GPS coordinates: -20.19132,57.55611
Latest update: March 6, 2025 06:24
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