Source: IE
Context: A recent gas leak at an Indian restaurant has drawn attention to a ski resort located in the Caucasus Mountains of Georgia.
About Caucasus Mountains:
- Spread over: Extends across Russia, Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan.
- Peak point: Mount Elbrus (5,642 meters), the highest peak in Europe.
- Rivers: Originates major rivers like the Terek, Kura, and Rioni.
- Significance:
- Geopolitical boundary between Europe and Asia.
- Biodiversity hotspot with unique flora and fauna.
- Popular for tourism and winter sports.
About Georgia:
- Capital: Tbilisi.
- Neighbours: Bordered by Russia (north), Turkey (southwest), Armenia (south), Azerbaijan (southeast), and the Black Sea (west).
- Geographical features:
- Rivers: Kura and Rioni rivers dominate the landscape.
- Mountains: Home to the Caucasus Mountains and the Likhi Range, dividing the eastern and western parts of the country.
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