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Mountain in New Zealand From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Mount Grono (Māori: Te Paparoa-o-Tū), previously spelled Mount Groznoz,[1] is a 1,196-metre (3,924 ft) peak on Secretary Island,[2] part of New Zealand's Fiordland National Park. It was named for early 19th century sealer John Grono.[3]
Mount Grono | |
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![]() Approach to Doubtful Sound with Mount Grosnez (1875) by W. M. Hodgkins | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 1,196 m (3,924 ft) |
Coordinates | 45°15′54″S 166°57′06″E |
Naming | |
Etymology | Named for John Grono |
Native name | Te Paparoa-o-Tū (Māori) |
Defining authority | New Zealand Geographic Board |
Geography | |
Country | New Zealand |
Region | Southland Region |
District | Southland District |
Mount Grono is the highest peak in New Zealand's main island chain outside of the North and South Islands.[citation needed]
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