Over the last few days, a video and picture have been circulating on social media showing what appears to be a woman sleeping in the middle of a snowy valley. This image, known as ‘The Sleeping Lady’, is said to have originated from a mountain in Anchorage, Alaska. However, there is speculation as to whether this is a real phenomenon or simply a fabrication. So, let’s investigate the truth behind this mysterious mountain.
In Anchorage, Alaska, there is a popular mountain known as Mount Susitna. It stands tall at approximately 4390 feet and overlooks the Susitna River on its western bank. Interestingly, from a distance, the mountain appears to take on the form of a reclining woman due to its unique shape. However, it’s essential to note that the viral image making rounds on social media is not an actual photograph of the mountain.
The Sleeping Lady digital art created by Jean Michel Bihorel is one of a kind and cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Bihorel has even created a website where he showcases and sells his artwork, including the Sleeping Lady. The price for this piece has been set at around 3000 euros or $3577 USD. It has recently gained attention on social media, with various handles sharing the image. Bihorel has acknowledged that the internet has interpreted his artwork in different ways, but those who appreciate it can purchase it through his website.
Around the world, there are over 20 mountains known as The Sleeping Lady or something similar. These peaks offer a unique perspective when viewed from a certain vantage point, as they appear to depict a woman or young lady in a peaceful slumber.
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The Sleeping Beauty, Sleeping Queen, and Sleeping Woman are different names given to various locations around the world. However, Jean-Michel Behorel’s digital artwork of the Sleeping Lady stands out as a unique creation of his imagination.
Multiple mountains in America share the name “Sleeping Lady,” while Algeria, Cambodia, Chile, China, Greece, Martinique, Mexico, Norway, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Taiwan, and Thailand each have at least one location named after the Sleeping Lady.
Breast Shaped Hills and Dead Woman Mountains exist in different parts of the world, but they haven’t been turned into artwork yet. Even if they were, they haven’t gained much attention on the internet. One specific mountain, Mount Susitna in Alaska, is covered in glaciers all year round. Although the snow melts on its peaks during summer, the glaciers underneath remain intact.
The Mount Susitna, Karibu Hills, Eklutna, Nick, and Naptown areas host some of the most ancient glaciers known to exist. These stunning glaciers are a true marvel of nature and offer breathtaking views for visitors and residents alike.
According to research, the glaciers found in Alaska are believed to have formed during the Pleistocene Era, making them over 11 thousand years to 2 million years old. This area is home to approximately 5 to 7 large glaciers that attract researchers from various parts of the world.
The age of Mount Susitna is quite fascinating as it consists of portions that are more than 230 million years old and date back to the Mesozoic Era. The mountain contains quartz monzonite from the Jurassic period. Initially, it was a hill that eventually became frozen with ice, contributing to the formation of large glaciers that we can see today.
