Arderin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Arderin |
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| Ard Éireann | |
Arderin from the Glendine Gap
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 527 m (1,729 ft) |
| Prominence | 420 m (1,380 ft) |
| Listing | County Top (Laois and Offaly), Marilyn |
| Naming | |
| English translation | Ireland's Height |
| Language of name | Irish |
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 Arderin
Location in Ireland
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| Parent range | Slieve Bloom Mountains |
| OSI/OSNI grid | S232989 |
| Topo map | OSi Discovery 54 |
Arderin (which means Ard Éireann or "Ireland's Height" in Irish) is a mountain in Ireland. It sits right on the border between County Laois and County Offaly.
Arderin is the highest point in the Slieve Bloom Mountains. It is also the highest point in both County Laois and County Offaly.
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What is Arderin?
Arderin is a mountain that stands 527 metres (about 1,729 feet) tall. It is part of the beautiful Slieve Bloom Mountains. These mountains are found in the middle of Ireland.
Where is Arderin Located?
This mountain is special because it is on the border of two counties. One side is in County Laois, and the other side is in County Offaly. This makes it an important landmark for both areas.
How Tall is Arderin?
At 527 meters, Arderin is not just a tall mountain. It is the highest peak in the entire Slieve Bloom range. It also holds the title of the highest point in two different Irish counties.
Arderin: A Mountain Category
The word Arderin also describes a special group of mountains in Ireland. This is a way that experts classify mountains.
How are Mountains Classified?
A mountain is called an "Arderin" if it meets certain rules. It must be taller than 500 meters (about 1,640 feet). It also needs to have a "prominence" of at least 30 meters. Prominence means how much a mountain rises above the land around it.
MountainViews Database
This classification is used by a group called MountainViews. They keep a big list of Irish mountains. They have even published books about these lists. MountainViews helps people understand and explore Ireland's many hills and mountains.
See also
In Spanish: Ard Éireann para niños
