Kazbek Glacier

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:glacier
gptkbp:accessibility accessible from Stepantsminda
gptkbp:area approximately 12 square kilometers
gptkbp:climate alpine climate
gptkbp:climate_adaptation developed by local communities
gptkbp:climate_impact affects local weather patterns
influences local ecosystems
gptkbp:country gptkb:Georgia
gptkbp:cultural_events site for local festivals
gptkbp:cultural_significance inspired local art and literature
gptkbp:cultural_symbol for the Georgian people
gptkbp:diameter varies across the glacier
gptkbp:elevation approximately 3,600 meters
gptkbp:emergency_services risk of avalanches and rockfalls
gptkbp:environmental_concerns affected by global warming
gptkbp:environmental_impact important for local hydrology
gptkbp:first_ascent gptkb:19th_century
gptkbp:flora supports unique plant species
gptkbp:flows_into gptkb:Terek_River
gptkbp:geological_features gptkb:Ice
valley glacier
moraine
formed during the last Ice Age
observed due to climate change
snout
monitored by scientists
collaborate on studies
advancing and retreating cycles
crevasse
implemented by environmental organizations
surrounding volcanic activity
formed at its base
gptkbp:geological_formation primarily composed of ice and rock
gptkbp:glacier_preservation_efforts initiatives to protect the glacier
gptkbp:historical_significance gptkb:cultural_heritage_site
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Kazbek Glacier
gptkbp:is_explored_in explored by various expeditions
gptkbp:landscape characterized by rugged terrain
gptkbp:length approximately 7 kilometers
gptkbp:local_economy supports tourism-related businesses
gptkbp:local_legends associated with folklore
gptkbp:located_in gptkb:Caucasus_Mountains
gptkbp:photography popular subject for photographers
gptkbp:research important for glaciology studies
gptkbp:research_interest climate studies
gptkbp:seasonal_activities exhibits seasonal changes
gptkbp:surrounding_area gptkb:Kazbegi_National_Park
gptkbp:surrounding_cities Stepantsminda and others
gptkbp:surrounding_peaks gptkb:Mount_Kazbek
gptkbp:tour offered to visitors
gptkbp:tourism hiking and mountaineering
popular destination for climbers
gptkbp:wildlife habitat for various species
home to endemic animal species
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Mount_Kazbek
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6