Mount Tapochau, Mountain summit in Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands.
Mount Tapochau reaches 474 meters in elevation and stands as the highest point on Saipan island, offering views extending across the entire territory.
During World War II, the mountain served as a crucial military observation point, enabling forces to monitor movements across the surrounding Pacific waters.
A concrete statue of Jesus Christ at the summit marks the destination of an annual Good Friday pilgrimage by local Christian communities.
The access road features loose rocks and numerous potholes, requiring visitors to use heavy-duty vehicles and avoid traveling during wet weather conditions.
The mountain contains deposits of phosphate, manganese ore, sulphur, and coral limestone, with the peak consisting of limestone formations.
Location: Northern Mariana Islands
Elevation above the sea: 474 m
GPS coordinates: 15.18620,145.74374
Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:16
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