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View of the Loch from nearly half way up.......... | no comment. Words cannot describe |
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At 1343 Metres or 4406 Feet above Sea Level, Ben Nevis is the Highest mountain in the United Kingdom.
The name 'Nevis' comes from the Gaelic word for heaven or clouds. Ben Nevis can therefore be translated 'mountain with its head in the clouds' or 'cloudy mountain'. At any time of year the "Ben" is spectacular and a view you will never forget.
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| This is only GLEN Nevis! this is the easy bit! |
|  | Some of it was 'easy' hence named 'tourist trail' Ben Nevis, although not as high as Alpine mountains, is positioned on a more northerly latitude and the climate can be considered similar to Arctic regions. We began with sunny intervals and a lovely sea breeze. there was some chilling wind on the summit of the Ben. We found that weather conditions changing within minutes - usually for the worse - as they work their way up the mountain. Those walking up the mountain footpath should be warned that the the mountain can be intolerant of the inexperienced, ill-prepared walker! |
Regular breaks to hydrate is very important.. Despite there being a 'tourist route', any trip up the Ben must be taken seriously. You will be spending many hours on a mountain that is known for sudden and unpleasant weather changes. Take sensible clothing and wear good walking shoes or boots. I recommend a compass and good directions to get off safely in mist (remember to take your compass!). People have died on this mountain. | | |
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| Pros: | "A great feeling of accomplishment, making friends" | | Cons: | "blisters and getting cold and tired" | | In A Nutshell: | "nothing beats awsome feeling of achievement, part of a team and support" |
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kimpeter07 Wed Mar 7, 2007 15:57 UTC
Well done, My partner and I were going to climb Ben about 4 years ago but I hurt my foot so we delayed the climb.... 4 years on we are climbing it this year - hooray! Thanks for the tips and info. | besal Tue Dec 13, 2005 08:48 UTC
Highlands of Scotlsand are beautiful, and wonderful pictures. The surrounding reminds me of Kaghan Valley, minus clouds. | uglyscot Sat Nov 19, 2005 08:50 UTC
You have guts to have climbed Ben Nevis. I couldn't have done it. Thanks for stopping by my Caerphilly page. | NukeDoc Fri Nov 11, 2005 10:53 UTC
that building on the summit is the shelter .. that is ordnance Survey trig point and has various cairns and the ruins of the meteorological observatory. .. Scotland has always been so beautiful |
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