Shota Rustaveli Peak, Mountain summit in Greater Caucasus Range, Georgia.
Shota Rustaveli Peak is a mountain in the Greater Caucasus located at the border between Svaneti and Kabardino-Balkaria in Georgia. It rises to approximately 4,960 meters and is characterized by glacial terrain.
The peak was first summited in 1983 by mountaineer A. Lapetin, marking a significant milestone in Caucasus exploration. Its ascent represents part of the region's modern climbing history.
The peak is named after Shota Rustaveli, a medieval Georgian poet whose works shaped Georgian literary tradition. The name links mountaineering to Georgia's cultural heritage.
Reaching this summit requires technical climbing skills and experience with high altitude and glacial terrain. Visitors should prepare for difficult conditions and extreme weather.
The mountain ranks among the nine highest peaks in the Caucasus yet sits close to neighboring ridges at similar elevations. This proximity to other high mountains creates a complex climbing environment.
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