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The Caucasus Mountains, which mark one of the points where Europe and
Asia meet, stretch about 1,127 kilometres (about 700 miles) between the Black and Caspian
seas. Nearly equal in size and height to the Alps, the Caucasus range includes several
peaks that rise more than 5,000 metres (more than 16,404 feet). The main watershed of the
Caucasus is considered to be the boundary between Europe and Asia. It is divided into the
Great Caucasus and Trans-Caucasus. From the point of view of mountain climbing, of the
most interest is the system of the Great Caucasus, with both its central and side parts
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The pride of the Caucasus is the beautiful double-headed
Elbrus. The local people call Elbrus "Ash-Gamakho", which means
"Happiness-bringing mountain". This gentle-sloped volcano in the center of the
Caucasus Mountains marks the highest point of Europe: East summit - 5621 m (18,430 feet),
West summit - 5642 m (18,498 feet).
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Caucasus is a land of high grasslands, wildflowers, and rolling
mountains, crowned with spectacular views of Mt. Elbrus. This area is very popular among
tourists. |
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Climate in summer: warm, sunny, occasional
rains in the valleys. Day temperatures - up to +25 C ( 77 F ). The
weather in the mountains is very changeable. At the altitude above 3000m (9500 feet),
snowfalls and strong wind are possible. Day temperatures are about +15 C ( 59 F),
at night - up to -15 C ( 5 F).
Climate in winter: dry, afternoon temperatures in the valleys: 0 - -10 C (32 -
14 F); at the height of 3000 m (9500 feet): -5 - -15 C ( 23 - 5 F);
night temperatures in the valleys: -5 - -15 C. (23 - 5 F).
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The weather on Elbrus is changeable, and conditions can deteriorate rapidly in case of
a storm. Be prepared for temperatures between -7 and +15 C (20 and 60 F) with a chance of
snow. Temperatures could fall to -25 C (-13 F) higher up on the mountain and you may
encounter severe winds. Like any large mountain, Mt. Elbrus creates its own weather. There
can be serious storms on the mountain, while the next valley over is in bright sunshine.
The best time for Elbrus is July and August. The weather is not so changeable. Usually
at this time it's practically no ice but only some parts and the ice is rather soft. In
September it's icier.
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Last modified: 05.08.98.
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