Mauna Kea, Mountain in Hawaii
Mauna Kea is a dormant volcano on the island of Hawaii, standing 4,207.3 meters above sea level.
Historically, Mauna Kea was considered the realm of the gods by native Hawaiians and was off-limits to all but the highest chiefs and priests.
The summit of Mauna Kea hosts the world's largest astronomical observatory, with telescopes operated by astronomers from eleven countries.
Despite its tropical location, Mauna Kea has snowfall during winter months.
When measured from its oceanic base, Mauna Kea is over 10,000 meters tall, making it the tallest mountain in the world.
Location: Hawaii County
Elevation above the sea: 4,207.3 m
Material: basalt
Website: volcano.si.edu/volcano.cfm?vn=332030
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