Arta Mountains

The Arta Mountains, also known as the Great Mountains of Arta are a mountain range in Djibouti. They sit at an average elevation of above sea level, and are the tenth highest point in Djibouti. The mountains lie to the south of the Gulf of Tadjoura, in the Arta Region. They are situated approximately 35 kilometres west of the capital Djibouti City, and 69 kilometres by road from Ali Sabieh.

Geology

The Arta Mountains were formed by the collision of the Arabian and Somali tectonic plates.

Flora

Much of the land is covered with Buxus, Acacia, Vachellia flava and other drought tolerant plants. Doum Palms are found in the northern part of mountain near the Gulf of Tadjoura.

Climate

Arta Mountains has a hot semi-arid climate surrounded by a hot desert climate. So it has a mild fresh weather, The climate is greatly affected by its varying geographic features. Due to its location at 755 metres above sea level, Arta Mountains climate is very warm summers and cool winters.