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Horsefly (Philipomyia aprica) Aosta Valley, Monte Rosa Massif, Pennine Alps, Italy. July

Mountain Clouded Yellow (Colias phicomone) profile portrait, Aosta Valley, Monte Rosa Massif, Pennine Alps, Italy

Heath fritillary (Melitaea athalia) resting on scabious flower, Nordtirol, Austrian Alps, Austria, August

Lower peaks of the Mont Cervin / Monte Cervino / The Matterhorn massif, Pennine Alps, Switzerland / France border, April 2011

Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) on thistle head in alpine meadow. Nordtirol, Austrian Alps

Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) in flight over snow, Alps, Austria, controlled conditions

Mountain daisy (Leucanthemum adustum) flowers, Liechtenstein, July 2009

Buttercup (Ranunculus breyninus) in flower, Liechtenstein, July 2009

Path to the Lac des Vaches looking towards the Aiguille de la Vanoise, Vanoise National Park, Savoie, France, August

Lac de Fenetre, alpine lake, 2456 m above sea level, Canton of Valais, Switzerland. June 2011. Photographed for The Freshwater Project

Sunset light on Mount Schreckhorn (4078m). Bernese Alps, Canton of Berne, Switzerland, August 2214

River Soca flowing through Velika korita with waterfalls, Triglav National Park, Slovenia, June 2009

Alpine marmot (Marmota marmota) calling, Hohe Tauern National Park, Austria, July

Fragrant Orchid (Gymnadenia conopsea) and Yellow Rattle (Rhinanthus sp.) flowering in ancient alpine hay meadow. Nordtirol, Austrian Alps. June

Burnt / Burnt-tip Orchid (Orchis ustulata) flowering in ancient alpine meadow. Nordtirol, Austrian Alps. June

Alpine Aster (Aster alpinus), Nordtirol, Austrian Alps. July

Deadly Rock in the Simplon Tunnel, c1935. Artist: Swiss Federal Railways
Deadly Rock in the Simplon Tunnel, c1935. From Our Wonderful World, Volume II, edited by J.A. Hammerton. [The Amalgamated Press, Ltd. London]

Map of the Marengo Campaign, 1800, (1896). From Life of Napoleon Bonaparte, Volume II, by William Milligan Sloane. [The Century Co. Macmillan & Co. Limited, New York & London, 1896]

Bonaparte Received By The Monks of Mount St. Bernard. Passage of the Alps, May 1800, (1896). Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) and his army crossed the Alps through the Great St

Northern Italy - Illustrating the Campaigns of 1796 and 1797, (1896). From Life of Napoleon Bonaparte, Volume I, by William Milligan Sloane. [The Century Co. New York, 1896]

Construction of Saint - Gothard tunnel in the Swiss Alps, the joy of the workers when found the two sections of the tunnel, 1880 engraving

Railway entering the Saint - Gothard tunnel, in the Swiss Alps, engraving 1877

Entrance of the railroad in Saint - Gotthard tunnel in Swiss Alps, engraving, 1882

Opening of the Alps, passing the first locomotive by the Mont - Cenis Tunnel, at the intersection of the main gallery and the joint between France and Italy, on September 7, 1871

Opening of the Alps, Mont - Cenis tunnel between France and Italy, union between the tunnels and placement of the last rail, in September 1871, vintage engraving

Tunnel opening of the Alps, workers exiting after a working day by the French mouth of Mont - Cenis tunnel between France and Italy, in September 1871, vintage engraving

The opening of the Alps, placing the last stone in the Mont - Genis entrance tunnel between France and Italy, on August 18, 1871. Vintage engraving

Charlemagne crosses the Alps in the year 773, oil, detail

Stansstad and the Pilatus, Switzerland, c1865-1932. Artist
Stansstad and the Pilatus, Switzerland, c1865-1932. View of mountains with a boy playing a pipe in the foreground and a village in the distance

Locarno, Lake Maggiore, 1905. Artist: Albert Goodwin
Locarno, Lake Maggiore, 1905

Swiss Mountain Landscape, 19th century. Artist: John Ruskin
Swiss Mountain Landscape, 19th century

BSA 3-wheeler competing in the International Six Days Trial, Italian Tyrol, early 1930s
BSA 3-wheeler. 1930 Vehicle Reg. No. JD736. Place: Italian Tyrol. International Six-days Trial

Isola Bella, evening dresses designed by Redfern, 1914. Artist: Georges Barbier
Isola Bella, evening dresses designed by Redfern, 1914. Plate 57 from Gazette du Bon Ton, June 1914. Pochoir print

Hannibal and his war elephants crossing the Alps, 218 BC (19th century). During the Second Punic War, the Carthaginian general Hannibal led his army, including elephants

The terraced gardens, Isola Bella, Lake Maggiore, Italy, 1819. From Le Simplon, Voyage Pittoresque de Geneve a Milan, by Mathias Gabriel Lory (1784-1846), 1819

The Battle of Rovereto, Italy, 18 Fructidor, Year 4 (September 1796) Artist: Jean
The Battle of Rovereto, Italy, 18 Fructidor, Year 4 (September 1796). The French under Napoleon defeated the Austrians at Rovereto, a battle of the French Revolutionary Wars

The Club Room of Zermatt in 1864, 19th century. Artist: James Mahoney
The Club Room of Zermatt in 1864, 19th century. A group of the most prominent alpinists of the Golden Age of alpine climbing. From The Ascent of the Matterhorn by Edward Whymper

Charles Fellows with William Hawes, plants a baton on the summit of Mont Blanc, 1827. Included as an insert in A Narrative of an Ascent to the Summit of Mont Blanc by Charles Fellows

Mountaineering accident, 19th century. We saw a toe- it seemed to belong to Moore- we saw Reynaud a flying body. From The Ascent of the Matterhorn by Edward Whymper

San Tomaso Agordino in the Dolomites of the Veneto. The Dolomites of the Veneto are part of the UNESCO world heritage. Europe, Central Europe, Italy, October

South Tyrolean Dolomites, Italy

Mountain peaks, Dolomites, Italy

The dolomites in the Veneto. Monte Pelmo, Averau, Nuvolau and Ra Gusela in the background. The Dolomites are listed as UNESCO World heritage. europe, central europe, italy

Village Selva di Cadore in Val Fiorentina. The Dolomites of the Veneto are part of the UNESCO world heritage. Europe, Central Europe, Italy, October

Valle Corpassa in the Civetta - Moiazza mountain range in the dolomites of the Veneto. In the background the peaks of Pale di San Martino

Village Colle San Lucia in Val Fiorentina. Monte Pelmo in the background, an icon of the Dolomites. The Dolomites of the Veneto are part of the UNESCO world heritage

The Dolomites in the valley of Groeden ( Val Gardena, Gheirdeina) in South Tyrol - Alto Adige, Aschgler Alpe in the foreground. The Dolomites are listed as UNESCO World heritage

The Fanes Mountains in the Dolomites. The Dolomites are listed as UNESCO World heritage. europe, central europe, italy, october

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"Discover the Majestic Beauty of the Alps: From Kosciuszko National Park to Swiss Scenery" Embark on a breathtaking journey through the enchanting landscapes of the Alps. Nestled within Australia's Kosciuszko National Park, you'll find yourself surrounded by pristine beauty and towering peaks that will leave you in awe. But it is in Switzerland where the true magic unfolds. Picture-perfect scenes await as you gaze upon the iconic Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau mountains, standing tall against an azure sky. As you explore Lauterbrunnen, be captivated by the mesmerizing Staubbach Falls cascading down from dizzying heights. Transport yourself back in time to witness Hannibal crossing these very same Alps with his mighty army and majestic elephants. Imagine their determination as they conquered treacherous terrain and left an indelible mark on history. For a different perspective, venture up to Wengen and marvel at the panoramic view over Lauterbrunnen. The sight of this picturesque village nestled amidst snow-capped peaks will take your breath away. In Zermatt, experience winter wonderland like no other as you behold the magnificent Matterhorn mountain cloaked in its snowy mantle. The serene charm of Wengen in Bernese Oberland beckons with its idyllic setting amidst Swiss Alpine splendor – truly a haven for nature enthusiasts. As we delve deeper into this alpine paradise, discover hidden gems such as Ain's tranquil lake adorned with delicate water lilies blooming underwater - a sight that epitomizes serenity amid nature's wonders. Immerse yourself further into this captivating world with glimpses into history through an old map showcasing how these mountains have shaped civilizations throughout time or admire Hannibal's legacy immortalized in sculptures like Naples Bust. The allure of these grandiose landscapes cannot be denied; they are not merely mountains but gateways to a world of wonder and awe.