Mount Curdie facts for kids
Mount Curdie is a tall mountain located in the Northern Territory of Australia. It stands at 958 metres high, making it the highest point in the Curdie Range. This range is part of the larger Petermann Ranges.
Mount Curdie is found on the southern side of the Hull River. It is about 40 kilometres (25 mi) southeast of a place called Kaḻṯukatjara. The Great Central Road, an important route, passes by the mountain to its north.
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Exploring Mount Curdie's Location
Mount Curdie is in a remote part of Australia. It is surrounded by unique landscapes. The Hull River flows through a valley right at the base of the mountain.
The Hull River Valley
The valley around the Hull River is an interesting area. It includes a special place known by local Aboriginal people as Tjunti. This area is also famous for Lasseter's Cave.
How Mount Curdie Got Its Name
Mount Curdie was named by an explorer named Ernest Giles. He discovered and named the mountain on 13 March 1874. This happened during his first journey through the Petermann Ranges.
Who Was Dr. Daniel Curdie?
Ernest Giles named the mountain after Dr. Daniel Curdie. Dr. Curdie had helped Giles by contributing money to his expedition. This support allowed Giles to explore new parts of Australia.
Other Peaks Named by Giles
After successfully climbing Mount Curdie, Giles continued his explorations. He went on to name other peaks in the Petermann Ranges. Some of these include Mounts Fagan and Miller, which are located further to the east.
