Type Mountain glacier Status Retreating | Location Mexico Area 9.08 km² | |
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Gran Glaciar Norte is the largest ice cap and firn field in México. It is located on Pico de Orizaba (Volcán Citlaltépetl) (5,636 metres (18,491 ft)) which is the highest point in Mexico. It contains nine named glaciers, including seven outlet glaciers, and a mountain niche glacier. The elevation of these glaciers range from near 5,610 m (18,410 ft) to 4,700 m (15,400 ft).
Map of Gran Glaciar Norte, Puebla, Mexico
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