Marmolada glacier

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf glacier
gptkbp:accessibility via cable car
gptkbp:area about 8.5 square kilometers
gptkbp:climate Alpine climate
local communities adapting to changes
raises awareness about climate change issues.
gptkbp:climbRate various climbing routes available
gptkbp:culturalHeritage part_of_UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
gptkbp:educationalPrograms offers educational programs for schools
gptkbp:elevation 3,343 meters
gptkbp:environmentalConcerns impact of tourism
gptkbp:environmentalImpact affects local weather patterns
affected by pollution and climate change
gptkbp:firstAwarded in the 19th century
gptkbp:geologicalFeatures valley glacier
retreating
formed during the last Ice Age
important for glaciology studies
crevasses and seracs
offers guided tours
varies across the glacier
ongoing by researchers
efforts underway for preservation
notable since the 1980s
uses remote sensing technology
gptkbp:historicalEvent site of historical mountaineering events
gptkbp:historicalResearch studied for climate change effects
gptkbp:historicalSignificance important for local culture
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Marmolada glacier
gptkbp:iceClass accelerated due to climate change
approximately 1.5 cubic kilometers
contains ice caves
gptkbp:length about 12 kilometers
gptkbp:localEconomy supports local tourism economy
gptkbp:localFestival hosts local festivals celebrating the glacier
gptkbp:localLegends associated with local folklore
gptkbp:locatedIn gptkb:Dolomites
gptkbp:partOf gptkb:Marmolada_mountain
gptkbp:photography popular among photographers
hosts_exhibitions_showcasing_glacier_photography
gptkbp:researchInterest collaborations with universities and research institutions
gptkbp:resources local guides offer tours and information
gptkbp:safetyFeatures implemented for visitor safety
gptkbp:seasonalActivities skiing and snowboarding
hiking and trekking
experiences seasonal variations in size
gptkbp:supportRole provides educational tours for visitors
gptkbp:surroundingArea gptkb:Marmolada_summit
home to various alpine species
Marmolada Natural Park
nearby_lakes_include_Lago_di_Fedaia
gptkbp:touristAttraction popular for skiing