Mount Elbrus
19.08.2025
Mount Elbrus
Context
Kabak Yano, a mountaineer from Arunachal Pradesh, recently scaled Mount Elbrus, drawing attention to this peak which holds global geographical significance.
Location & Significance: Mount Elbrus, in Southwestern Russia’s Caucasus Range, lies between the Black and Caspian Seas and is the tallest peak in Europe.
Geological Origin: Formed as a fold mountain from Eurasian–Arabian plate collision.
Volcanic Nature: An extinct volcano.
Associated Features
- Rivers: Important rivers such as the Baksan, Malka, and Kuban originate from or flow close to Elbrus.
- Glaciers: Prominent glaciers include Bolshoy or Zau Glacier and Irik Glacier, which act as vital freshwater sources.
Mount Elbrus in the Seven Summits
Elbrus is part of the Seven Summits Challenge, which includes the highest peaks of each continent:
- Asia – Mount Everest
- South America – Aconcagua
- North America – Denali
- Africa – Kilimanjaro
- Antarctica – Vinson Massif
- Australia – Mount Kosciuszko
Europe – Mount Elbrus