Mamarchev Peak facts for kids
Mamarchev Peak (which is also called Mamarchev vrah in Bulgarian) is a tall mountain peak in Antarctica. It stands about 2,500 meters (or 8,200 feet) high! This peak is found in the northern part of Sullivan Heights, which is a section of the Sentinel Range in the Ellsworth Mountains.
Mamarchev Peak is surrounded by glaciers. To its west, you'll find the Pulpudeva Glacier, and to its north is the Ellen Glacier.
The peak was named to honor Georgi Mamarchev (1786–1846). He was an important leader in the Bulgarian liberation movement. This movement was a time when people in Bulgaria worked to gain freedom and independence for their country. The peak's name also connects to a place called Mamarchevo in Southern Bulgaria.
Where is Mamarchev Peak?
Mamarchev Peak is located in a very cold and icy part of the world! Its exact spot is at 78 degrees, 18 minutes, 49 seconds South latitude and 85 degrees, 8 minutes, 54 seconds West longitude.
Nearby Landmarks
This peak is quite close to several other interesting spots in the Sentinel Range:
- It's about 2.37 kilometers (1.47 miles) northwest of Mount Levack.
- It's about 11.33 kilometers (7.04 miles) east-northeast of Mount Bearskin.
- It's about 11.08 kilometers (6.88 miles) southeast of Mount Jumper.
- It's about 5.28 kilometers (3.28 miles) south of Roberts Peak.
Maps of this area were first made by the United States in 1961 and then updated in 1988.
