The Acropolis is a mountain in the Central Highlands region of Tasmania, Australia. Situated in the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, the mountain is part of the Du Cane Range.
The Acropolis | |
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The south face of The Acropolis | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 1,481 m (4,859 ft)[1][2] |
Prominence | 171 m (561 ft)[2] |
Isolation | 0.99 km (0.62 mi)[2] |
Listing | 22nd highest mountain in Tasmania[2] |
Coordinates | 41°55′48″S 146°03′36″E[3] |
Geography | |
![]() ![]() The Acropolis Location in Tasmania | |
Location | Central Highlands Tasmania, Australia |
Parent range | Du Cane |
Topo map | 4235 Du Cane 1:25000 |
Geology | |
Age of rock | Jurassic |
Mountain type | Dolerite |
Climbing | |
Easiest route | Walk / hike via the Overland Track |
With an elevation of 1,481 metres (4,859 ft) above sea level, it is within the top twenty-five highest mountains in Tasmania.[2] It is a major feature of the national park, and is a popular venue with bushwalkers and mountain climbers.
The word acropolis means a high city or citadel.
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