Switzerland of America
by Susan McMenamin
Title
Switzerland of America
Artist
Susan McMenamin
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Photograph
Description
Ouray ' Switzerland of America' is located in the San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado. It is about 40 miles south of Montrose. It is only 10 miles northeast of Telluride, but due to the severity of the landscape, the drive is about 50 miles . Ouray is connected to Silverton and then Durango to the south by Red Mountain Pass which crests at just over 11,000 feet. The drive along the Uncompahgre River and over the pass is nicknamed the Million Dollar Highway. If you look closely, you will notice the Million Dollar Highway on the left in this photo.
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September 15th, 2013
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Judy Vincent
This image is being featured in the “Photography ONLY – Landscapes and Landmarks” group – one of the most active groups on Fine Art America featuring the best landscape photographers in the world! Congratulations on your excellent work!