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Pyrenees

The origin and history of Pyrenees.

Etymology

From Latin Pȳrēnaeī (montēs), from Ancient Greek Πυρηναῖος, after Pyrene, a mythological figure said to be buried in the mountains.

Origin: Ancient Greek

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