The Acropolis (mountain)

The Acropolis is a mountain in the Central Highlands region of Tasmania, Australia. Situated in the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, the mountain is part of the Du Cane Range.

The Acropolis
The south face of The Acropolis
Highest point
Elevation1,481 m (4,859 ft)[1][2]
Prominence171 m (561 ft)[2]
Isolation0.99 km (0.62 mi)[2]
Listing22nd highest mountain in Tasmania[2]
Coordinates41°55′48″S 146°03′36″E[3]
Geography
The Acropolis is located in Tasmania
The Acropolis
The Acropolis
Location in Tasmania
LocationCentral Highlands Tasmania, Australia
Parent rangeDu Cane
Topo map4235 Du Cane 1:25000
Geology
Age of rockJurassic
Mountain typeDolerite
Climbing
Easiest routeWalk / hike via the Overland Track

With an elevation of 1,481 metres (4,859 ft) above sea level, it is within the top twenty-five highest mountains in Tasmania.[2] It is a major feature of the national park, and is a popular venue with bushwalkers and mountain climbers.

The word acropolis means a high city or citadel.

See also

References

  1. "LISTmap (The Acropolis)". Department of Primary Industries and Water. Government of Tasmania. Retrieved 9 February 2010.
  2. "The Acropolis, Australia". Peakbagger.com. Retrieved 7 June 2015.
  3. "The Acropolis (TAS)". Gazetteer of Australia online. Geoscience Australia, Australian Government.


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