The twin summits
A tooth shape.
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Dent de Man is a striking rock mountain near the town of Man, in the Eighteen Mountains region of western Côte d'Ivoire. It rises to 881 metres, with two distinct summits that give it the shape of a tooth, hence its name. It is the symbol of Man, seen from across the town, and one of the finest mountain views in the country. The mountain is a volcanic neck of old hard rock, left standing after softer rock around it wore away over time. Many green hills and mountains surround Man, including nearby Mont Tonkoui, so the whole area is called the town of the eighteen mountains. It is home to the Yacouba people, known for their masks and traditional dances. From afar you see a sharp grey rock mass above forested hills, its top often wrapped in morning mist. From the road the mountain rises behind the town's tin roofs and palm trees. Some visitors climb paths through farms and forest to its base, where the view opens over the valleys. It is about 5 km from central Man in a straight line. The climb needs a local guide who knows the way, so agree a fee. Start in the morning before the heat and carry water. The path is slippery in the rainy season.
A tooth shape.
On the top.
From the base.
North-east of Man town, Côte d'Ivoire
Some visitors do with a local guide, and the path is tiring.
The name of the hilly area around Man, for its many peaks.