The Swiss Alps provide masterful ... Be sure to carry a paper map of the route, and have access to an offline version, such as one from Swiss Topo App, which is put out by Switzerland's Federal ...

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If you're up for a challenge, hike to the top of this tall mountain in Japan for stunning views of Mount Fuji, serene nature, ...

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Note FIRST only. Topographical map of Central Japan showing contours, spot heights, towns, roads, railroads, rivers, administrative boundaries and submarine cables. Scale 1:1 000 000. Annotated to ...