Loma Alto de la Bandera facts for kids
Loma Alto de la Bandera is a tall mountain in the Dominican Republic. It is found inside Valle Nuevo National Park, which is in the La Vega Province. This mountain is an important natural landmark.
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About the Mountain's Height
During a time when the United States was in the Dominican Republic (from 1916 to 1924), maps were made of this mountain. Its height was carefully measured. Loma Alto de la Bandera stands about 9,324 feet (2,842 meters) tall. This makes it one of the highest points in the area.
What is Prominence?
The mountain also has a "prominence" of 4,961 feet (1,512 meters). Prominence is a way to measure how much a mountain stands out from the land around it. It shows how high the peak is compared to the lowest point connecting it to any higher peak.
Why the Mountain is Important
Loma Alto de la Bandera is quite close to Santo Domingo, the capital city. Because of this, it is a good place for communication equipment. The top of the mountain has many telecommunications towers. These towers help people talk on phones and send signals.
Helping Airplanes Fly Safely
Some of the towers on the mountain are used for air traffic control. This means they help guide airplanes flying to and from Las Américas International Airport. These towers send important signals that keep flights safe and organized.
See also
In Spanish: Alto de la Bandera para niños
