WORLDS HIGHEST SKI SLOPE IN BOLIVIA SOON TO DISAPPEAR

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WORLDS HIGHEST SKI SLOPE IN BOLIVIA SOON TO DISAPPEAR

A view of the worlds highest ski slope, located on the flanks of Chacaltaya
in the Bolivian Andes at nearly 5, 400 meters above sea level, just 15
kilometers from La Paz in this photo taken July 12, 2003. According to
scientists studying the receding glaciers in the Andean Cordillera, the ice
cap that attracts hundreds of tourists each year from all over the world to
ski on will disappear in less than five years, probably due to global
warming and as a consequence of the El Nino phenomenon. NO RIGHTS CLEARANCES OR PERMISSIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS IMAGE
REUTERS/David Mercado TO MATCH FEATURE BOLIVIA-CHACALTAYA
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This print captures the breathtaking view of the world's highest ski slope, nestled on the slopes of Chacaltaya in the Bolivian Andes. Standing proudly at an astonishing altitude of nearly 5,400 meters above sea level and located just 15 kilometers from La Paz, this majestic landscape has been a magnet for adventurous skiers from around the globe. However, behind its awe-inspiring beauty lies a somber truth. According to scientists meticulously studying the receding glaciers in the Andean Cordillera, this iconic ice cap that has attracted hundreds of tourists each year is on the verge of disappearing within five years. The culprit? Global warming and its devastating consequences exacerbated by El Nino phenomenon. The urgency to capture this image stems not only from its sheer visual appeal but also as a poignant reminder of our planet's vulnerability. As climate change continues to reshape our environment at an alarming rate, cherished natural wonders like Chacaltaya are under threat. Photographer David Mercado skillfully encapsulates both admiration and concern through his lens. This powerful photograph serves as a wake-up call for humanity to take immediate action towards preserving these fragile ecosystems before they vanish forever. No rights clearances or permissions are required for using this image; it stands as a testament to nature's delicate balance hanging by a thread and calls upon us all to be custodians of our planet's future.

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