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Monte Chiadenis
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Monte Chiadenis (Friulian: Cjadenis) is a peak in the Carnic Alps, northern Italy, located between the comuni of Sappada and Forni Avoltri. It has an altitude of 2,459 m (8,068 ft).
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Monte Chiadenis | |
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![]() Monte Chiadenis seen from north. | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 2,459 m (8,068 ft) |
Coordinates | 46°37′37″N 12°43′41″E |
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Parent range | Carnic Alps |
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During World War I (1915–1917) it was the site of fierce fighting between Italian alpini and Austrian Kaiserjäger.
In Friulian language cjadenis means "chains".