Being the highest mountain in the world, a trek up and about Mount Everest is surely a difficult, life-threatening feat. Even for experienced climbers, climbing the famous summit means risking their lives. Above around 8,000 meters is called the death zone – merely because oxygen is severely lacking up there. More than … Read more
It is not a big surprise that these towns have widely been considered as favorites by several tourists, or by others who have made them their home. So whether you plan to hit some skiing resort or just want to get away from the urban noise to experience a bit of peace, … Read more
Being a mountaineer requires physical and mental strength, as well as bravery, skill, and presence of mind. Before being able to climb, extensive physical training is needed, and most adults don’t find it easy. However, there are notable young people who have impressed the mountaineering society and surpassed most adults’ trekking achievements. … Read more
Whether you are a seasoned mountaineer or just love the mountains, you will definitely enjoy (or probably have enjoyed) these mountaineering movies. If you haven’t climbed a mountain yet but have plans to, perhaps these mountaineering movies will let you have a sneak peek on what it’s like to have a mountaineering … Read more
Alpine climate poses great challenges for the animals and plants to survive. They have to cope with harsh conditions such as thin air, rocky and infertile soils, fluctuating temperature, but mostly, extreme cold as well as snow and ice. Despite the inhospitable conditions, these animals and plants surprisingly manage to thrive well. … Read more
You would not believe it, but underwater volcanoes (or submarine volcanoes) do exist! They can be formed due to several reasons. Here is the list of some of the incredible underwater volcanoes in the world: Molokini, Hawaii, USA Molokini is both an island and an underwater volcano in Maui County, Hawaii, USA. … Read more
Reaching to the top of some of the world’s highest peaks is not an easy task at all, it takes a lot of courage and pure dedication. Many people long to reach these highest mountains. There are many mountaineers who actively followed their passion and conquered the world’s highest peaks! Here are … Read more
The snow-capped Rocky Mountains aka the Rockies, is one of America’s major mountain ranges, stretching all the way from western Canada to the southwestern United States. Its scenic views make it one of the world’s most popular tourist spots. Here are some interesting facts about the Rocky Mountains: Length The Rocky Mountains … Read more