Tigray topographic map
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Tigray
Of the 10 largest cities in Tigray, Maychew has the highest elevation at 2479 meter above sea level. Plenty of smaller towns, like Atsbi and Edaga Hamus are located at even higher elevations. Of the large cities, Humera is located at the lowest altitude (585 m).
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Name: Tigray topographic map, elevation, terrain.
Location: Tigray, Ethiopia (12.25628 36.44639 14.89434 39.99175)
Average elevation: 4,416 ft
Minimum elevation: -413 ft
Maximum elevation: 14,495 ft
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