Mount Hermon facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Hermon |
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| Arabic: Jabal ash-Shaykh Hebrew: Har Hermon |
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Mount Hermon, viewed from Mount Bental in the Golan Heights
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,814 m (9,232 ft) |
| Prominence | 1,804 m (5,919 ft) |
| Listing | Country high point Ultra |
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| Location | Syria Lebanon Israel |
| Parent range | Anti-Lebanon mountain range |
Mount Hermon is a very tall group of mountains. It is part of the Anti-Lebanon mountain range. The top of Mount Hermon is special because it sits right where three countries meet: Syria, Lebanon, and Israel.
This mountain is 2,814 meters (9,232 feet) high. This makes it the highest point in Syria. The southern parts of Mount Hermon reach into the Golan Heights, which is controlled by Israel. Most of the mountain peaks are covered in snow during the winter months.
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About Mount Hermon
Mount Hermon is often called the "Mountain of the Chief." This comes from its Arabic name, Jabal al-Shaykh. Its Hebrew name is Har Hermon. This mountain is not just one peak. It is a large system of mountains.
Where is Mount Hermon?
Mount Hermon is located in the Middle East. It forms a natural border between Syria and Lebanon. The very top of the mountain is exactly where these two countries meet. A part of the mountain also extends into the Golan Heights. This area is controlled by Israel.
Snowy Peaks
One of the most famous things about Mount Hermon is its snow. Even though it is in a warm region, the mountain is so high that its peaks get a lot of snow. This snow usually stays on the mountain throughout the winter. Sometimes, it can even last into the spring. The snow makes the mountain look beautiful. It also provides water for the surrounding areas when it melts.
Fun on the Mountain
Because of its snow, Mount Hermon is a popular place for winter sports. There is a Mount Hermon ski resort on the southeastern slopes. This resort is in the Israeli-controlled part of the Golan Heights. People can go skiing and snowboarding there. It is a unique place to enjoy snow activities in the Middle East.
Images for kids
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The Mount Hermon ski resort on the southeastern slopes of the mountain
See also
In Spanish: Monte Hermón para niños
