Sierra Nevada 2017
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![The Sierra Nevada in the Granada province of Spain are perhaps the southernmost skiing location in all of Europe. Veleta Peak, at an elevation of 3,398 meters (11,148 feet) above sea level, is a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders. The rapid transition from lofty ski runs to Mediterranean beaches within a few hours’ drive has made the Sierra Nevada region popular for both outdoor and urban tourism. Image courtesy of Earth Sciences and Image Analysis Laboratory, NASA Johnson Space Center. [1]](/images/thumb/650px-Sierra_nevada_spain_from_space.jpg)
The Sierra Nevada in the Granada province of Spain are perhaps the southernmost skiing location in all of Europe. Veleta Peak, at an elevation of 3,398 meters (11,148 feet) above sea level, is a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders. The rapid transition from lofty ski runs to Mediterranean beaches within a few hours’ drive has made the Sierra Nevada region popular for both outdoor and urban tourism. Image courtesy of Earth Sciences and Image Analysis Laboratory, NASA Johnson Space Center. [1]
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- Pico Veleta 30-meter telescope Link to the [2]
- Link to FIS web site for the World Cup 2010 see [3]
- Link to Ski Area on Wikipedia [4]
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