Uummannaq

Uummannaq is a 1,170-metre mountain on a small island of the same name in western Greenland, rising from the middle of Uummannaq Fjord and dominating the island’s northern half. Formed of granite and basement gneiss, it is regarded as the most prominent peak along the Arctic stretch of Greenland’s west coast. Its twin summits, with the eastern one slightly higher, give it a heart-shaped profile reflected in its Greenlandic name. Steep chimneys and a sheer eastern cliff add to its striking form. Rarely climbed because of its remoteness and difficulty, Uummannaq is also one of Greenland’s best-known natural landmarks and a powerful visual symbol.