Catskill is a mountain range in the northern Appalachians , in the southeastern part of New York , USA , north-west of New York and south-west of Albany . Formed as a result of the destruction of the plateau . Are a favorite vacation spot for residents of New York and other cities. According to the Washington Irving story, Rip van Winkle fell asleep in these mountains for 20 years.
| Catskill | |
|---|---|
| English Catskill | |
 Waterfall in the Catskills, near the town of . | |
| Specifications | |
| Square | 15 259 km² |
| Length | 178 km |
| Width | 164 km |
| Highest point | |
| Highest peak | Slide |
| Absolute height | 1274 [1] m |
| Location | |
| A country |
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| State | New York |
| Mountain system | Appalachian |
See also
- Borsch belt
Notes
- ↑ Peakbagger.com . peakbagger.com . The appeal date is January 12, 2019.
Links
- Mountains Catskill (eng.) . Geographical Names Information System (USA) , US Geological Survey . The appeal date is November 5, 2012.
- Peakware.com Neopr . peakware.com . The appeal date is January 12, 2019.