Maumtrasna facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Maumtrasna |
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 Maumtrasna
Location in island of Ireland
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 682 m (2,238 ft) |
| Prominence | 607 m (1,991 ft) |
| Listing | P600, Marilyn, Hewitt |
| Naming | |
| English translation | Mountain pass crossing |
| Language of name | Irish |
| Geography | |
| Location | County Mayo, Ireland |
| OSI/OSNI grid | L961637 |
Maumtrasna, sometimes spelled Maamtrasna, is a tall mountain in the Partry Mountains. You can find it in the southern part of County Mayo, Ireland. It is actually the highest point in that mountain range! A river called the Srahnalong flows from near the top of Maumtrasna. It travels southwest until it reaches the beautiful Lough Mask. There is also a small area called a townland named Maumtrasna, which is located on the south side of the Srahnalong River.
What Does Maumtrasna Mean?
The name Maumtrasna comes from the Irish language. Its original Irish name is Mám Trasna. This means something like "Mountain pass crossing." It is a fitting name for a place with a mountain and a river!
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