Piton Central, Mountain summit in Kerguelen Islands, France
Piton Central is a mountain summit on the Kerguelen Islands and rises 556 meters above sea level. It stands as a notable high point in this remote French territory and shapes the landscape character of the island group.
The summit was officially recorded and mapped in the Geographic Names Server database. This registration established it as a recognized geographic feature of this isolated island group.
The peak represents French territorial presence in the subantarctic region, serving as a reference point for scientific research stations.
Reaching this summit requires special permits and coordination with French territorial administration. Visitors should prepare for extreme weather conditions and the complete isolation of the location.
The mountain stands at precise coordinates of 49°35'28"S and 69°32'36"E, distinguishing it from other peaks in the Kerguelen archipelago.
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