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Climbers walk up the steep gravel and scree slope leading to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, one of the worlds largest volcanoes and the highest free-standing mountain, shortly before sunrise in Tanzania January 4, 2006. The mountain has become an icon for environmental campaigners, with scientists predicting that the mountains glaciers will vanish within the next twenty years because of global warming. Some 20, 000 tourists attempt to climb to the summit every year. Photo taken January 4, 2006. MALTA OUT REUTERS/Darrin Zammit Lupi - RP3DSFDLWSAC
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In this photo print, a group of climbers can be seen making their way up the treacherous gravel and scree slope towards the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. This majestic mountain, located in Tanzania, is not only one of the world's largest volcanoes but also stands as the highest free-standing mountain on Earth. Taken shortly before sunrise on January 4,2006, this image captures both the physical challenge and awe-inspiring beauty that awaits those who dare to conquer Kilimanjaro. However, beyond its allure for adventure seekers, this iconic peak has become a symbol for environmental activists worldwide. Scientists predict that within the next two decades, due to global warming's devastating effects, Kilimanjaro's once magnificent glaciers will vanish completely. As such, it has become an urgent call-to-action for campaigners striving to combat climate change and preserve our planet's natural wonders. Every year around 20,000 tourists embark on this arduous journey in an attempt to reach Kilimanjaro's summit. The sheer determination etched onto these climbers' faces serves as a testament to human resilience and our innate desire to conquer new heights. This remarkable photograph by Darrin Zammit Lupi encapsulates not only the physical feat involved in scaling Mount Kilimanjaro but also highlights the urgency with which we must address climate change if we are to protect such extraordinary landscapes for future generations.
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