Uomo di Cagna, Granite mountain peak in Corse-du-Sud, France.
Description
Uomo di Cagna is a granite peak in the Montagne de Cagna range, distinguished by two large boulders at its summit. These stones form a recognizable human figure and reach an elevation of approximately 1,200 meters.
History
The peak served for centuries as a navigation point for seafarers traveling across the Mediterranean near Corsica's southern coast. Its distinctive granite shape made it easy to identify and locate when approaching the region.
Culture
The name refers to the human-like shape that the granite formation displays from a distance. Local residents have woven this silhouette into their stories, using it as a defining landmark of the mountain landscape.
Practical
The hiking path begins in the village of Giannuccio and passes through varied terrain on the way up. The ascent involves a moderate elevation gain of roughly 700 meters and takes several hours to complete.
Did you know?
The main boulder rests on a natural granite pedestal and maintains its balance despite its massive size. The precarious way the stones sit creates the impression they might tip, yet the formation has remained stable.
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