Montagne Baloupi, Hill in Kourou, French Guiana.
Montagne Baloupi is a hill within the Montagnes des Pères range near Kourou, situated among dense tropical forest. The formation rises from the landscape as part of the natural terrain of French Guiana.
The hill was first documented in geographic databases in 2018 when it was registered in the official Geographic Names Server. This registration allowed the natural feature to be systematically cataloged in scientific resources.
The name Baloupi represents one of many geographic features in French Guiana that reflect the mixed heritage of indigenous peoples and colonial settlements.
The best time to visit is early morning when temperatures remain cooler and visibility is usually clearer. Sturdy footwear and water are important since the ground can be slippery and heat in the tropical surroundings is significant.
Its location within the Guiana Shield provides geologists with insights into the deeper structure of South American landmasses. Researchers use such hills to study erosion patterns and mineral distribution across this ancient geological region.
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