World's Top 5 Mountaineering Destinations

Pyrenees, Europe
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Pyrenees is located in southwest of Europe and lies between France and Spain. This is one of the best places for mountaineering and there are three main sections that divided Pyrenees, such as the Atlantic, the Central and the Eastern Pyrenees. These Pyrenees are said to be older than the Alps in Europe and the place is known for highest waterfall, Gavarnie. The place is also renowned for mineral springs and hot springs. Ax-les-Thermes, Eaux-Chaudes and Les Escaldes are the most prominent hot springs of Pyrenees. Other attraction of this place is alpine skiing, which is one of the adventurous sports to enjoy in Pyrenees.
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1: I would love to visit these places if ever get chances.
Posted by: Avinash - 15 Mar, 2012