I've wanted to climb a peak in the mountains for a long time. Not my first time in the mountains, but to the top - this has never happened. And so I chose the easiest route and went with friends.

The impressions are mixed. On the one hand, it's cool - beautiful landscapes, air, a new type of activity for me. On the other hand, I don't enjoy the process of ascent and descent. And not even because it is physically difficult, no - rather it's just boring. You go up or down, everything is quite monotonous.

It turns out, 5 hours up, 4 down and about half an hour at the top. As if the game is not worth the candle. And my head hurt on the way. This is personal for me. At the same time, I understand people who like it - as they say, to each his own.

What's the bottom line. In Almaty there are very simple routes for mountain walks - 30-40 minutes up, sit in a cafe with a beautiful view and ok. But whether to go on long routes or not - I don't know yet. Perhaps I would go somewhere else with a tent, to spend the night and meet the sunrise in a beautiful place. And as for long ascents - I will look at my mood. So far, this does not cause me any unequivocal delight. I am writing honestly, as it is.

In any case, I have colorful photographs as a keepsake, by the way, taken with a mobile phone. I will remember this moment with warmth!

Location: Almaty