Mount Maria (Malaysia)
Mountain in Sabah, Malaysia
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Mount Maria (Malay: Gunung Maria) is a volcanic cone mountain located at the Tawau Division of Sabah, Malaysia.[1][2] It reaches a height of approximately 1,067 metres (3,501 ft).[3][4][5]
| Mount Maria | |
|---|---|
  Mount Maria Location within Malaysia | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,067 m (3,501 ft) |
| Coordinates | 4°26′6″N 117°57′9″E |
| Geography | |
| Location | Tawau Division, Sabah, Malaysia |
| Geology | |
| Last eruption | Holocene |
Geology
The mountain is formed through the late Pleistocene volcanisms which contributed to the prominent topographic features of the Semporna Peninsula and its surrounding areas.[6][7][8] Together with Mount Lucia in the Tawau volcanic field, the mountains are made up of Pleistocene dacites.[7] The surrounding mountain peak has been reported with the potential of generating renewable energy such as geothermal power.[9][10]
History
Since 1979, it has been a part of Tawau Hills Park.[1] Jungle trekking activities are served by the park where the forest trail also leads to Mount Lucia and Mount Magdalena.[11]
