Ushba
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Ushba (Georgian: უშბა) is one of the most notable peaks of the Caucasus Mountains. It is located in the Svaneti region of Georgia, just south of the border with the Kabardino-Balkaria region of Russia. Although it does not rank in the 10 highest peaks of the range, Ushba is known as the "Matterhorn of the Caucasus" for its picturesque, spire-shaped double summit. Due to its steep profile and unstable weather[citation needed], Ushba is considered by many climbers as the most difficult ascent in the Caucasus.
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Ushba | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 4,710 m (15,450 ft) |
Prominence | 1,217 m (3,993 ft) |
Isolation | 28.28 km (17.57 mi) |
Coordinates | 43.12486°N 42.65901°E / 43.12486; 42.65901 |
Geography | |
Location | Svaneti region, Georgia |
Country | Georgia |
Parent range | Greater Caucasus Mountains |
Climbing | |
First ascent | 1903 by expedition led by B. Rickmer-Rickmers[1] |
Easiest route | Northeast Ridge (to North Summit) (AD+/Russian 4a) |
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In Georgian mythology, Ushba was thought to be the home of the hunting goddess Dali.