What kinds of magical creatures were said to live in the mountains? What legends sprang up around these awe inspiring landscapes? And why did people decide that they wanted to climb and conquer these towering environs? This week, we talk about the ways people have understood and used mountains, from place of the gods to a challenge to overcome. We also talk about responsible mountain climbing and how to take care of these important ecosystems.
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