Beinn Iutharn Mhòr facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Beinn Iutharn Mhor |
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Beinn Iutharn Mhor
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,045 m (3,428 ft) |
| Prominence | 247 m (810 ft) |
| Listing | Munro, Marilyn |
| Geography | |
| Location | Aberdeenshire / Perthshire, Scotland |
| Parent range | Grampian Mountains |
| OS grid | NO045792 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 43 |
Beinn Iutharn Mhor is a tall mountain in Scotland. It stands at 1,045 meters (about 3,428 feet) high! You can find it in the famous Grampian Mountains. This mountain is special because it sits right on the border between two areas: Aberdeenshire and Perthshire.
About Beinn Iutharn Mhor
Beinn Iutharn Mhor means "big mountain of the pass" in Scottish Gaelic. It is known for its steep sides. This is a bit unusual because the land around it, called the Mounth, is usually more rolling and gentle.
Where is Beinn Iutharn Mhor?
This mountain is in the eastern part of the Grampian Mountains. It is located north of a valley called Glen Shee. People often start their climb from the northern side, which is known as Glen Ey.
Is it a Munro or a Marilyn?
Beinn Iutharn Mhor is both a Munro and a Marilyn.
- A Munro is a Scottish mountain that is at least 914.4 meters (3,000 feet) tall. There are 282 Munros in Scotland.
- A Marilyn is a hill or mountain of any height in the British Isles that has a "prominence" of at least 150 meters (492 feet). Prominence means how much a mountain rises above the land around it.
Being both a Munro and a Marilyn makes Beinn Iutharn Mhor a popular challenge for hikers!
