What was previously a normal rite of passage to adulthood has instead become like scaling a distant peak that can only be conquered after years of effort and preparation.

Then gazed up at distant peaks where the chamois gambolled and the snow still glistened.

This unusual house offers views of the distant peaks from all four bedrooms, as well as the living space and the terrace.

With views for many miles towards distant peaks, we were lords of the world.

With the financial barrier now crumbling, talented students will continue to want to scale these more distant peaks, and we expect the level of interest to rise steadily.