Richat Structure
circular feature in the Sahara desert
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Summary
Richat Structure is a rock formation[1]. It ranks in the top 2% of rock_formation entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (6,665 views/month).[2]
Key Facts
- Richat Structure is located in Ouadane[3].
- Richat Structure is in the country of Mauritania[4].
- Richat Structure's instance of is recorded as rock formation[5].
- Richat Structure's Commons category is recorded as Richat Structure[6].
- Richat Structure comprises Hofrat Ouadane[7].
- Richat Structure's coordinate location is recorded as {'lat': 21.124, 'lon': -11.402}[8].
- Richat Structure's heritage designation is recorded as IUGS Geological Heritage Site[9].
- Richat Structure's nickname is recorded as {'lang': 'en', 'text': 'Eye of the Sahara'}[10].
- Richat Structure's native label is recorded as {'lang': 'ar', 'text': 'قَلْب الرِّيشَات'}[11].
- Richat Structure sits at an elevation of {'unit': 'metre', 'amount': '+423'}[12].
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Geography
Richat Structure is in the country of Mauritania[4]. It is located in Ouadane[3].
Physical Characteristics
Richat Structure sits at an elevation of {'unit': 'metre', 'amount': '+423'}[12].
Designation and Status
Richat Structure's instance of is recorded as rock formation[5]. Its heritage designation is recorded as IUGS Geological Heritage Site[9].
Why It Matters
Richat Structure ranks in the top 2% of rock_formation entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (6,665 views/month).[2] It has Wikipedia articles in 23 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[13] It is known by 66 alternative names across languages and contexts.[14]