Elbrus Expedition Dispatch
July 4, 2013 – Some Great Photos from Margaret and Rafael
Here are some wonderful photos taken by Raphael and Margaret of their first couple days in the Mountains. Thank you for the great shots!
Rafael’s Photos:
Entrance to the Kremlin, Red Square, Moscow
The Cathedral of the Dormition, also known as the Cathedral of Assumption; many important coronations, weddings and important ceremonies of the Tsar’s were held here. It is also the burial place for many important Russian figures of the Orthodox Church.
The Cathedral of the Annunciation, the original royal chapel for the Tsars
The Tsar Cannon commissioned in 1586. The cannon balls are purely decorative, as it has never been used in war, although it was intended as a powerful weapon for the Kremlin’s defense.
The team arrives at the Mineralnye Vody airport with all their bags in check.
Rafael is excited to be in the mountains.
This is our hotel which serves as our home base during our acclimatization hikes.
The trails begin.
Tim takes a moment to check out Wally’s hat.
Rafael captures a great shot of Tim, Terri, Margaret and Wally hiking.
Tim stops to admire the spectacular view.
Another impressive photo taken by Rafael.
The group spots a waterfall and decides it will be a great place to stop for lunch.
Before they get to the waterfall they first must cross the water.
Margaret’s Photos:
Margaret took this great photo of a beautiful valley with glaciers in the background.
Margaret and Terri stop for a photo.
Fantastic shot of Margaret by the waterfall
Margaret captures the group sitting down in a great spot for lunch.
One more great photo by Margaret; Tim and Terri stop for a kiss.
Rafael enjoying his surroundings