12 August 2010Thursday turned out to be a beautiful day in the Alps, allowing us to hike! We set out at 10, and ended up hiking for 7 hours! We were able to hike from house to house, eating lunch at one cabin, cake at another, etc. It truly was absolutely breathtaking - the mountains and green grass were never ending. I can understand how the Habsburgs gained power so quickly, and how they came to be seen as absolutist monarchs - invaders were unable to conquer the rugged Alps, and the wealth which the Alps provided the monarchy was crucial in their ability to become such prominent rulers over so many years.
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