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Matterhorn: Iconic Alpine Mountain by FennyNuñala is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The Matterhorn is a 14,692 foot pyramidal peak straddling the border of Switzerland and Italy in the Pennine Alps. It has four nearly symmetrical faces that point to the four compass directions. The first ascent was in 1865 but ended tragically when four climbers fell to their deaths on the descent. Over 500 climbers have died attempting to climb the Matterhorn, making it one of the deadliest peaks. It is composed of gneiss and remains a popular destination for climbers attempting different routes up its ch
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