Record SL-485118 · Wikidata Q729764
Mount Epomeo
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Elevation
789
m
2,589 ft
Prominence
787 m
Isolation
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Coordinates
40.7302° N,
13.8945° E
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaMount Epomeo (Italian: Monte Epomeo) is the highest mountain on the volcanic island of Ischia, in the Gulf of Naples, Italy. Epomeo is believed to be a volcanic horst. Reaching a height of 789 metres (2,589 ft), it towers above the rest of Ischia. Much of Epomeo is covered in lush greenery, with a few vineyards also occupying its slopes and its cliffs. Approximately 75 metres (246 ft) from the peak; the mountain is covered in white lava. A path leads to the summit of the mountain from Fontana, one of its quiet traditional villages.
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Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capo dell'Uomo | 721 m | N 338° | 0.3 km |
| Pietra dell'Acqua | 720 m | SW 231° | 1.0 km |
| Monte Trippodi | 503 m | E 104° | 2.1 km |