Statements (55)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
glacier
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| gptkbp:accessibility |
via hiking trails
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| gptkbp:area |
approximately 5.5 square kilometers
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| gptkbp:elevation |
approximately 2,600 meters
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| gptkbp:environment |
alpine
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| gptkbp:environmentalImpact |
tundra
affects local ecosystems significant retreat observed |
| gptkbp:firstAscent |
unknown
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| gptkbp:geologicalFeatures |
valley glacier
varies by location educational programs available inspiration for artists summer months approximately 30 meters per year part of local heritage accessible by road and trails ongoing studies retreating formed during the last Ice Age important for climate research popular among photographers offers guided tours has historical significance in the region supports unique ecosystems available for educational tours experiences harsh weather conditions requires caution for visitors efforts in place to protect the glacier flows towards the north implemented for tracking changes important for understanding water resources regularly mapped for research significant attraction for visitors viewpoints available for visitors |
| gptkbp:hasVisitorCenter |
information available for tourists
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| gptkbp:historicalSignificance |
important for glaciology studies
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Furka Glacier
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| gptkbp:iceClass |
due to climate change
subject of various studies contributes to local economy through tourism emergency services available in the area skiing opportunities nearby mountaineering routes available |
| gptkbp:length |
approximately 4.5 kilometers
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| gptkbp:locatedIn |
gptkb:Switzerland
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| gptkbp:partOf |
gptkb:Swiss_Alps
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| gptkbp:photography |
multiple scenic viewpoints available
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| gptkbp:surroundingArea |
gptkb:Grimsel_Glacier
gptkb:Rhone_Glacier Dammastock home to various alpine species Furkapass |
| gptkbp:tourism |
popular destination for hikers
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| gptkbp:waterSource |
feeds into local rivers
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