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Le Mont Cervin (Matterhorn Mountain) from Riffelalp
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Le Mont Cervin (Matterhorn Mountain) from Riffelalp
Le Mont Cervin (Matterhorn Mountain) from Riffelalp a hamlet in the municipality of Zermatt in the canton of Valais, Switzerland. It is located at a height of 2, 222 metres above sea level, just above the tree line, approximately halfway between the town of Zermatt and the Gornergrat mountain. Date: 1910
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Alpine Alps Altitude Canton Cervin Distinctive Hamlet Matterhorn Mont Municipality Riffelalp Shape Shaped Swiss Valais Zermatt
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Le Mont Cervin, or Matterhorn, is one of the most distinctive and iconic mountains in the world, located in the Swiss Alps between the town of Zermatt and the Gornergrat mountain. This breathtaking photograph, taken from Riffelalp, a picturesque hamlet in the municipality of Zermatt in the canton of Valais, Switzerland, captures the majesty and grandeur of this natural wonder in all its glory. Riffelalp, situated at an elevation of 2,222 metres above sea level, is approximately halfway between Zermatt and the summit of the Matterhorn. The hamlet is known for its historic hotel, which has been welcoming visitors since the late 19th century, providing them with a unique and unforgettable experience of the Alps. The Matterhorn, with its distinctive shaped peak, has captured the imagination of people for centuries. Its first ascent was achieved in 1865 by Edward Whymper and his team, making it one of the last great mountaineering challenges to be conquered. The mountain's unique shape, which resembles a pyramid with four steep faces and a narrow summit, has made it a symbol of the Alps and an enduring symbol of Swiss Alpine culture. This photograph, taken in 1910, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to an era when the Alps were still a wild and untamed landscape, and the challenge of reaching their summits was a source of great pride and adventure. The image captures the raw beauty and power of nature, and serves as a reminder of the enduring allure of the mountains and the human spirit that drives us to explore and conquer them.
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