Sentences with phrase «high rugged mountains»

Vancouver Island is known for its rich variety of landscapes, from high rugged mountains to lush rainforests to coastlines that are both sheltered and wild.

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Rocks come alive in this personal odyssey to uncover the geologic forces that gave rise to the rugged Bolivian Andes, the second highest mountain range on Earth.

If snow leopards can handle life in the high and rugged alpine mountains, I think they can handle a little competition.

Four - wheel drive meets station - wagon luxury in the all - new Mitsubishi Montero LS; the result is a wedding of around - town practicality and off - road muscle at a price that invites serious lookers only.The four - door vehicle, with a hard - charging, 143 - horsepower V - 6 engine, has a starting price of $ 17,099 that, with optional equipment, can climb like a mountain goat into the $ 21,000 range.If the high price doesn't give you vertigo, you will want to check out the new, bigger Montero — a considerable step up for this Mitsubishi line — for its formidable four - wheel - drive capabilities, rugged construction, ease of operation and fancy interior.

It features rolling hills and rugged mountain ranges traversing the northern and southern lengths of the island, with the highest mountain standing over 1,000 metres tall.

The choquequirao trek route goes on the rugged terrain into the remote region between where the Andes ends and the Amazon begins, it goes through high mountain passes, low river valley and sub-tropical cloud forest with stunning snow - capped mountains.

Spectacularly jagged, connected with high mountain passes and bound by mountains, the rugged landscapes and the ancient Indus offer ample adventure activities in Ladakh.

When you relax and unwind in these spectacular surroundings, from the rugged peaks of the High Atlas Mountains to the long stretches of stunning beach, you are sure to reconnect with nature.

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The second activity is rock climbing and Cat Ba is an ideal destination for this because of its rugged limestone mountains and high, almost vertical cliffs.

Phuket's most iconic landmark is perched high on a mountain peak that offers breathtaking 360 - degree panoramic vistas over nearby towns, rugged hillside terrain, offshore islands and picturesque Chalong Bay.

In the heart of Oregon high country, tucked among the lush evergreen forests and rugged mountains of the Willamette Valley, The Resort at The Mountain is «Mt. Hood's Premier Resort Destination.»

Bordered on two sides by National Parks, the tiny village sits against a backdrop of rugged high country, beautiful mountains, glacier fed rivers and ancient beech forests.

Boasting high, rugged mountain peaks, coral reefs, turquoise - blue lagoons, white sand, palm - fringed beaches, and luxuriously intimate resorts; each of the 118 islands and atolls have something for everyone.

Situated 147 kilometres south of Huancayo, Huancavelica is located in the central highlands of Peru, and is surrounded by a rugged terrain of valleys, deep gorges, high mountains, and winding roads.

Morocco is one of the most diverse countries in all of Africa, boasting high mountains, desserts and a long rugged coastline.

Today you enjoy a wonderfully scenic coach journey along the Grossglockner High Alpine Road, through rugged mountain terrain, skirting the reaches of Grossglockner, Austria's highest mountain.

Covering approximately two thousand three hundred and sixty two square kilometres, the Lake District boasts glistening lakes, thick forests, and rugged mountains (including the highest mountain in England, Scafell Pike.)

Nestled at the foot of the rugged Sangre de Cristo Mountains in Santa Fe, the Inn and Spa at Loretto is a high - end hotel situated next to the historic Loretto Chapel that promises an unforgettable hotel experience.

Tucked between the rugged rock ledges of the Pocono Mountains in PA and the magnificent Paupack High Falls near Lake Wallenpaupack, Ledges Hotel is a beautifully maintained historic hotel that exudes rustic charm.

From the top of Rio de Janeiro's towering mountain of Corcovado, at the feet of the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, the high rise urban centers neatly tucked along the shoreline are dwarfed by the rugged natural skyline.

A rugged hour's drive up from La Paz, with a simple mountain lodge beside it, Chacaltaya was once the world's highest ski slope.