Mt Elbrus:
A mountaineer of Arunachal Pradesh, climbed Mt Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe.
- Mount El’brus is located in southwest Russia and is part of the Caucasus Mountains.
- It is believed that the Caucasus Mountains were formed due to the northward collision of the Arabian Plate with the Eurasian Plate. Geological studies have revealed that Mount Elbrus was formed over 2.5 million years ago and the volcano had been most active during the Holocene Epoch.
- It is the highest point in Russia as well as the highest point in all of Europe.
- It has an elevation of 18,510 feet (5,642 meters). It makes up part of the Prielbrusye National Park.
- It is one of the Seven Summits of the world, which are the tallest mountains on each of the seven continents.
- Mount Elbrus is an inactive volcano that consists of two principal summits, both of which are dormant volcanic domes.
- The climate of El’brus is generally cold. Even during summer, nighttime temperatures are around -8°C (18°F).
- Major Glaciers: Bolshoi Azaou and Irik Glacier
- Major Rivers: Many Russian rivers like the Baksan, Malka, and Kuban rivers originate from Bolshoi Azaou and Irik Glacier glaciers.
