The Dagouein Mountain is an average elevation of 1,124 metres (3,688 ft) above sea level, is the seventh highest point in Djibouti. The mountain forms one of the geographic resources of the area.

Dagouein Mountain
Dagouein Mountain is located in Djibouti
Dagouein Mountain
Location in Djibouti
Location in Djibouti
Highest point
Elevation1,124 m (3,688 ft)
Coordinates11°01′53″N 42°47′02″E / 11.03139°N 42.78389°E / 11.03139; 42.78389
Dimensions
Length8 km (5.0 mi)
Width2 km (1.2 mi)
Area21 km2 (8.1 sq mi)
Geography
Country Djibouti
RegionAli Sabieh Region

History

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The first known people that inhabited the mountain are the Issa Somali. The most famous town in the area is the town of Assamo located 9 km southeast. The principal languages spoken in the area are Somali.

Climate and Geography

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The Dagouein Mountain lie south of the Ali Sabieh Region in Djibouti. The altitude and size of the range affects the climate in the mountains precipitation levels vary greatly and climatic conditions consist of distinct zones. Wildlife live in the higher peaks to elevations of 1,124 m (3,688 ft). The mountain is located approximately 20 kilometres (12 mi) south east of Ali Sabieh, 9 kilometres (5 mi) from Assamo by road. It's near the Ethiopia border

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