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New Zealand The highest mountain in New Zealand, standing at 3,724 meters, located within the Southern Alps mountain range on the South Island.

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In official and widespread modern usage in New Zealand, the mountain is referred to by its dual name 'Aoraki / Mount Cook' to formally recognize its immense cultural and spiritual significance to the indigenous Māori people.

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