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Hand of Fatima (rock formation)

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111: 104: 355: 41: 412: 206:, who made numerous ascents in December of 2006. Among the challenges available to climbers on the Hand of Fatima is an approximately 1,500 foot overhanging cliff face. 60: 302: 203: 186:
consisting of a number of sandstone pillars. The formation was named for its appearance of similarity to a human hand, particularly that of
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The Hand of Fatima has drawn rock climbers to the area including the Italian climbing group, the
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For the religious charm also known as the "Hand of Fatima", see
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Adventure Quest - Danger Diaries: Mali - The Hand of Fatima
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Coordinates
15°14′48″N 1°48′11″W / 15.246677°N 1.802920°W / 15.246677; -1.802920
Hand of Fatima is located in Mali
Mopti Region
Mali
French
Mopti Region
Mali
Hombori
Muhammed's daughter
Hamsa
Lecco Spiders
Hombori
Mount Hombori
Monument Valley


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