Quote by John Ruskin

Mountains are the beginning and the end of all natural scenery.

Mountains are the beginning and the end of all natural scene

Summary

This quote emphasizes the significance of mountains in the grand scheme of natural beauty. It suggests that mountains represent both the starting point and the ultimate destination of any landscape. Mountains serve as the foundation upon which the rest of nature is built, while also offering a grand view or a sense of accomplishment when reached. They symbolize the awe-inspiring and majestic aspects of wilderness, encapsulating the essence of natural scenery as a whole.

By John Ruskin

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