Ikurangi Explained

Ikurangi
Elevation M:485
Elevation Ref:[1]
Prominence M:165
Map:Oceania
Location:Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Ikurangi is one of the four major peaks of Rarotonga in the Cook Islands. It has an elevation of 485 metres above sea level and overlooks the capital Avarua and the village of Matavera. The peak is climbable by a hiking trail.[2] Its name is derived from a mountain in Tahiti and in turn is remembered by Mount Hikurangi in New Zealand.[3]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Mount Ikurangi, Cook Islands . peakbagger.com . 17 July 2020.
  2. Web site: Ikurangi Ascent . All Trails . 17 July 2020.
  3. Web site: Tapa whenua – naming places – Traditions and place names from Polynesia . Rāwiri Taonui . Te Ara – the Encyclopedia of New Zealand . 24 November 2008 . 17 July 2020.

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