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"Urban Mountaineer: Exploring the Thrill of Abseiling in Mumbai and London" In the bustling streets of Mumbai

Background imageAbseil Collection: Mumbai poster painters, London

Mumbai poster painters, London
Mumbai poster painters at India Now Festival 2007, Trafalgar Square, London For commercial use please contact Photoslot at website:photoslot email: info@photoslot skype: photoslot

Background imageAbseil Collection: urban mountaineer

urban mountaineer
Linda Wride

Background imageAbseil Collection: Soldier John Greenfield, dressed as Father Christmas, was abseiling down the side of a

Soldier John Greenfield, dressed as Father Christmas, was abseiling down the side of a store when his nylon beard got caught round the rope

Background imageAbseil Collection: Climber abseiling over the mouth of an ice cave, Lewis Glacier

Climber abseiling over the mouth of an ice cave, Lewis Glacier

Background imageAbseil Collection: Cove in Mal Bay, County Clare, Ireland, from Scenery and Antiquities of Ireland

Cove in Mal Bay, County Clare, Ireland, from Scenery and Antiquities of Ireland
KW131083 Cove in Mal Bay, County Clare, Ireland, from Scenery and Antiquities of Ireland by George Virtue, 1860s (engraving) by Bartlett

Background imageAbseil Collection: Footscray Church steeple being re - shingled. 1939

Footscray Church steeple being re - shingled. 1939

Background imageAbseil Collection: Graffham Church Spire Reshingling - about November 1948

Graffham Church Spire Reshingling - about November 1948
Two steeplejacks, on ropes suspended from the apex cross, renewing shingles on the octagonal spire. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N31130

Background imageAbseil Collection: High Scaler sculpture at Hoover Dam

High Scaler sculpture at Hoover Dam
The High Scaler, a bronze sculpture (by Steven Liguori) at Hoover Dam commemorating the men who scaled the Colorado Canyon to set blasting charges during dam construction

Background imageAbseil Collection: A man abseiling in Rydal Cave in the Lake District UK

A man abseiling in Rydal Cave in the Lake District UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Background imageAbseil Collection: A man abseiling down a cliff in the Lake District, UK

A man abseiling down a cliff in the Lake District, UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Background imageAbseil Collection: Climbers on a sea cliff climb on Baggy Point near Croyde in north Devon. UK

Climbers on a sea cliff climb on Baggy Point near Croyde in north Devon. UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Background imageAbseil Collection: A mountain rescue team member abseiling in the snow above Kirkstone near Ambleside in the Lake

A mountain rescue team member abseiling in the snow above Kirkstone near Ambleside in the Lake district
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Background imageAbseil Collection: Rapel landing platform at Anhumas Abyss, Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil (rr)

Rapel landing platform at Anhumas Abyss, Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil (rr)
Andre Seale / SpecialistStock


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"Urban Mountaineer: Exploring the Thrill of Abseiling in Mumbai and London" In the bustling streets of Mumbai, poster painters transform ordinary walls into vibrant works of art. But amidst this creative chaos, a different kind of artist emerges - an urban mountaineer. Armed with ropes and harnesses, these daredevils conquer towering buildings, descending down their sides with grace and precision. From the chaotic cityscape to the iconic landmarks of London, abseiling has become a thrilling adventure for adrenaline junkies seeking new heights. Soldier John Greenfield decided to spread some festive cheer as he dressed up as Father Christmas while abseiling down Plas Dol-y-Moch in Coventry's Outdoor Education Centre. The sight of Santa Claus gracefully descending from above brought joy to all who witnessed it. But abseiling is not limited to man-made structures alone; nature provides its own breathtaking backdrops. In Namibia's Namib-Naukluft National Park, climbers embrace their adventurous spirit by abseiling over the mouth of ice caves nestled within the vast Namib Desert. Lewis Glacier also offers a mesmerizing spectacle as climbers navigate their way down icy cliffs overlooking stunning landscapes. Even historical sites have been touched by this exhilarating activity. Cove in Mal Bay, County Clare, Ireland showcases both natural beauty and ancient antiquities through daring descents from its rugged cliffs. Abseiling has also played a role in preserving architectural heritage throughout history. Footscray Church steeple underwent re-shingling in 1939 when brave individuals descended from great heights to restore its grandeur. Similarly, Graffham Church Spire received much-needed attention during November 1948 through skilled craftsmen who fearlessly worked on reshingling its majestic structure.