Titlis Glacier, Alpine glacier in Obwalden and Nidwalden, Switzerland
Titlis Glacier is a vast ice formation spanning two cantons and sitting at high altitude in the Swiss Alps. It shows deep crevasses and ridges on the surface, with compressed layers of ancient snow and ice underneath.
The glacier formed during the last ice age and has grown and shrunk several times since then. In recent decades it has steadily retreated, like many Alpine glaciers worldwide.
The glacier holds special meaning for locals who have practiced skiing and mountaineering here for generations. People continue to gather for winter sports and mountain activities that connect them to the alpine landscape.
The glacier is accessible by a cable car system starting from Engelberg, ascending in stages to reach the site. Visitors should prepare for changing weather and intense sun exposure at this altitude.
An illuminated tunnel runs through the ice below the surface, allowing visitors to walk into the glacier's interior structure. The tunnel reveals different ice layers and provides an unexpected view into the heart of this massive formation.
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