Mountain Pass Collection (#5)

Hiker on footpath among green fields and wooden huts, Sass de Putia, Passo delle Erbe, Dolomites, South Tyrol, Italy, Europe

Pale di San Martino, Paneveggio Natural Park, Passo Rolle, Dolomites, Trentino, Italy, Europe

Fall color change amongst the trees and shrubs in Polychrome Pass in Denali National Park, Alaska, United States of America, North America

An Accident;An Autumn Tour in Andalusia, 1875. Creator: Gustave Doré
An Accident; An Autumn Tour in Andalusia, 1875. [Stagecoach falling from a mountain road in Spain]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Scenes on the Railway from Bombay to Khandalla, Bhor Ghats, India, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Scenes on the Railway from Bombay to Khandalla, Bhor Ghats, India, 1890

Santa Fe R. R. trains going through Cajon Pass in the San Bernardino Mountains, Cajon, Calif. 1943
Santa Fe R.R. trains going through Cajon Pass in the San Bernardino Mountains, Cajon, Calif. On the right, streamliner " Chief" going west; in the background, on the left

Million dollar highway [U. S. 550] is cut through massive rocks in Ouray County, Colorado, 1940. Creator: Russell Lee
Million dollar highway U.S. 550 is cut through massive rocks in Ouray County, Colorado

Road cut into the barren hills which lead into Emmett, Idaho, 1941. Creator: Russell Lee
Road cut into the barren hills which lead into Emmett, Idaho

Freight train going up Cajon Pass through the San Bernardino Mountains, Cajon, Calif. 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
Freight train going up Cajon Pass through the San Bernardino Mountains, Cajon, Calif

Freight train with two helper engines climbing the steep grade of Cajon Pass (westbound), CA. 1943
Freight train with two helper engines climbing the steep grade of Cajon Pass (westbound), Cajon, Calif

Majestic rock peak of Tofana di Rozes mirrored in the clear water of lake Bai De Dones, Dolomites, Lagazuoi Pass, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Mist surrounding Caledonian forest in the Ryvoan Pass, Cairgorms National Park, Scotland, UK. September, 2017

First View of Mount Cenia, ca. 1750-1800. Creator: Jacques II Chereau
First View of Mount Cenia, ca. 1750-1800

Second View of Mount Cenia, ca. 1750-1800. Creator: Jacques II Chereau
Second View of Mount Cenia, ca. 1750-1800

No. 31: View of Lake Suwa from Shiojiri Pass (Sanjuichi: Shiojiri toge Suwa no kosui... c. 1835 / 36)
No. 31: View of Lake Suwa from Shiojiri Pass (Sanjuichi: Shiojiri toge Suwa no kosui chobo), from the series " [Sixty-nine Stations of the] Kisokaido", Japan, c. 1835/36

Fudo Pass on the Mikuni Road in Kozuke Province (Joshu Mikuni goe Fudo toge), from... c. 1830 / 34
Fudo Pass on the Mikuni Road in Kozuke Province (Joshu Mikuni goe Fudo toge), from the series " Famous Places in the Provinces (Shokoku meisho)", c. 1830/34

Crossing the St. Gothard Pass; after Kudolf Koller, 1888. Creator: Unknown
Crossing the St. Gothard Pass; after Kudolf Koller, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38. July to December, 1888

Defeat of Hyder Ali in the Pass of Singarpetta, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Defeat of Hyder Ali in the Pass of Singarpetta, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Cima Piazzi at sunset, Stelvio Mountain pass, Stelvio National Park, Valtellina, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

Panoramic view of Stelvio Mountain pass at sunrise, Valtellina, Lombardy, Italy. Europe

Panoramic view of Stelvio Mountain pass at sunset, Valtellina, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

Stelvio Mountain pass at sunset, Valtellina, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

The Eastern Question, the British National Society in Servia (engraving)
1053979 The Eastern Question, the British National Society in Servia (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eastern Question)

Mountain yaks, illustration from Helpers Without Hands by Gladys Davidson, published in 1919 (colour litho)
IL370499 Mountain yaks, illustration from Helpers Without Hands by Gladys Davidson, published in 1919 (colour litho) by Noble, John Edwin (1876-1941); Private Collection

Storm over Beartooth Mountains, Montana

Man and mare roll d breathless on the earth
" Vintage engraving from 1870 showing a scene from a poem by Thomas Hood. One second more, and man and mare roll d breathless on the earth"

Spirits of the Envious
" Spirits of the Envious, A scene from Dantes Purgatorio. Engraving from 1870. Engraving by Gustave Dore, Photo by D Walker."

Upper Fisher Creek basin. Fisher Peak, Black Peak and Mount Arriva are in the distance. North Cascades National Park, Washington State

Morning fog, long exposure, at Passo Giau with the Ra Gusela mountain in the mist, Cortina d Ampezzo, Dolomites, Italy, Europe

Gorgeous view of the snowy trail to Mount Kilimanjaro, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Snow capped mountain passes on Mount Kilimanjaro at sunset, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Aerial view of Scheggia Pass and Ponte a Botte bridge in autumn, Scheggia, Apennines, Umbria, Italy, Europe

Flowers bloom along the Abano pass in Tusheti, Georgia
Flowers bloom along the extreme terrain of the unpaved, Abano Pass road through the Caucasus Mountains; Tusheti, Georgia

Troops in the Pass, n. d. Creator: Rodolphe Bresdin
Troops in the Pass, n.d

View towards Pietra Grande. The Brenta Dolomites, UNESCO World Heritage Site. Italy, Trentino, Val Rendena

View of Chaukhi Lake and Mount Chaukhi, Chaukhi Pass, Juta Valley, Kazbegi, Georgia (Sakartvelo), Central Asia, Asia

Aerial view of Hopschusee lake with Fletschhorn and Galehorn peaks in mist at sunrise, Simplon Pass, Valais canton, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Fletschhorn mountain peak reflected in the pristine water of Hopschusee lake at dusk, Simplon Pass, Valais Canton, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Majestic Fletschhorn and Galehorn peaks in autumn fog at dawn from Hopschusee lake, Simplon Pass, Valais Canton, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Mist on Fletschhorn and Galehorn mountains reflected in Hopschusee lake at dawn, Simplon Pass, Valais Canton, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Aerial view of Fletschhorn and Galehorn mountains in fog at dawn from Hopschusee lake, Simplon Pass, Valais canton, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Calm water of Hopschusee lake during blue hour, Simplon Pass, Valais Canton, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Winding road of Bernina Pass in the winter landscape near the frozen Lago Bianco at sunrise, Engadine, Graubunden, Switzerland, Europe

Aerial view of Lago Bianco and Bernina Pass road crossing the snowcapped mountains at dawn, Engadine, Graubunden, Switzerland, Europe

Aerial view of frozen lake Lago Bianco at Bernina mountain pass covered with snow at sunrise, Engadine, Graubunden, Switzerland, Europe

Alpine chapel in the snowy landscape with Sass de Stria peak in the background, Falzarego Pass, Belluno province, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Aerial view of winding mountain road in the snow and Lastoi De Formin, Giau Pass, Dolomites, Belluno province, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Aerial view of Julier Pass mountain road in the snow leading to St. Moritz in winter, Engadine, Graubunden canton, Switzerland, Europe

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"Journey through Majestic Mountain Passes: A Captivating Visual Odyssey" Embark on a breathtaking adventure as we traverse the world's most awe-inspiring mountain passes. The first stop takes us to Winnats Pass at sunrise, where the sleepy town of Castleton in Derbyshire, Peak District National Park awakens to reveal its stunning beauty. From there, our gaze extends far beyond borders as we peer into Afghanistan from the legendary Khyber Pass. This historic gateway has witnessed countless tales of conquest and trade throughout centuries. Transporting ourselves back in time, we find ourselves amidst Ancient Greeks valiantly holding their ground at Thermopylae's pass in 480 BC. Their bravery echoes through history, reminding us of the significance these mountain corridors hold. As day turns into night, our eyes are drawn upwards towards an enchanting panorama - the Milky Way illuminating the car traces that wind along Stelvio Pass in Lombardy's Valtellina region. Nature and human ingenuity coexist harmoniously here. Continuing our journey across France's picturesque landscapes, we ascend Col de la Madeleine with snow-capped peaks of Mont Blanc Massif serving as a majestic backdrop. The allure of this Alpine wonderland is simply irresistible. The Col du Galibier beckons next – Savoie’s hidden gem offering sweeping vistas that leave one breathless. As a train chugs along from Kleine Scheidegg en route to Wengen in Switzerland’s scenic countryside, it becomes evident why this region is often referred to as paradise on earth. Scotland’s Cairngorms National Park unveils its rugged charm as we navigate through Scottish Highlands' untamed wilderness. Here lies nature at its purest form – untouched and captivatingly wild. In England’s Lake District National Park resides Hardknott Pass; a winding road that challenges even the bravest drivers while rewarding them with unparalleled views over Cumbria's stunning landscapes.