Rhos Dirion facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Rhos Dirion |
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The north face of Rhos Dirion from Twmpa
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 713 m (2,339 ft) |
| Prominence | 22 m (72 ft) |
| Parent peak | Waun Fach |
| Listing | sub Hewitt, Nuttall |
| Naming | |
| Language of name | Welsh |
| Geography | |
| Location | Black Mountains, South Wales |
| OS grid | SO210333 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 161 |
Rhos Dirion is a mountain top located in the Black Mountains. These mountains are found in the south-eastern part of Wales. It is considered a "top" of Waun Fach, which is a larger mountain nearby.
About Rhos Dirion
Rhos Dirion is the highest point on the ridge that connects it to Chwarel y Fan. This means it's the tallest spot along that specific line of hills.
What's the Top Like?
The very top of Rhos Dirion has a special marker called a trig point. A trig point is a concrete pillar used by mapmakers to help survey the land. The area around the summit is mostly made up of peat bog. You can also find heather and long grasses growing there. The northern side of the mountain is very steep.
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