Mt. Pilatus
Sometimes they say the journey is more of a pleasure than the destination. While I've found that to be the case in many of my photographic endeavors, It's difficult to say the same in regards to reaching the top of Mt. Pilatus. There's hardly words to describe taking in the town of Lucern and the nearly 73 Alpine peaks below with air as rich as a fine wine. I met fellow hikers, climbers, even a few hang gliders who told me about their daily routine of climbing up and flying down.. what're you doing with your retirement?
73 peaks from the dragons lair
A Bird's Eye View
Now That's A Farmhouse
Forget the Yellowstone-Dutton Ranch or Colorado snob epicenters, these old farmhouses that send you daydreaming of their POV dot the hillsides on the ferry ride across Lake Lucerne as you approach the Mountain in the distance
It'll Take Your Breath Away
Relationship with nature
That feeling you've got right now? It's your soul in search of itself as you meditate on the rocky crevice. Or it's just your soul leaving you hyperventilating in the Alpine air because you made one too many trips to the local bakery before the climb
Watch Your Step
And Know When To Pray
The 'Klimsenkapelle' is a beautiful church perched near the edge of the last leg of the ascent before you reach the peak of Mt. Pilatus. Well worth the hike to reach its walls that has offered refuge to climbers for over 100+ years
Curious Onlookers
You Don't Only Pet the Farm Dog
As you make your way down the steep terrain, you'll come across all types of creatures looking to say hello. Some of them wear bells and will excitedly make their way in your direction, anxious to show off their home
