#501 (gold) – Top of Mount Kosciuszko, New South Wales, Australia
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#501 Mount Kosciuszko

📍 Mount Kosciuszko, Australia

About this Stone

Australia’s highest mountain rises to 2,228 meters in the Snowy Mountains, offering hikers a relatively accessible summit despite its continental prestige. The popular walking track from Thredbo rewards climbers with sweeping alpine vistas across dramatic landscapes. Named in 1840 by Polish explorer Paul Strzelecki to honor the national hero Tadeusz Kościuszko, the mountain carries historical significance that extends far beyond its geological prominence. The summit remains a destination where adventurers gather to mark moments—even when clouds obscure the view.

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🗺️ Location

-36.4558963, 148.2635994   Open in Google Maps ↗

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Stone Details

  • Stone Number #501
  • Type 👑 Golden
  • Status Active
  • Country 🇦🇺 Australia
  • Hidden Date 9 May 2025
  • Hidden by @lk_lh_15
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