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Four generations of the Tairraz family have documented the Mont-Blanc massif through mountain photography over a span of 150 years.

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Why Watch

  • See the first Mont-Blanc summit photo from 1861.
  • Meet Georges Tairraz II and other family members.
  • Find out how photography influenced alpine tourism.

Did You Know

  • The first photograph at the summit of Mont-Blanc was taken in 1861.
  • The Tairraz dynasty's photography legacy spans over 150 years.
  • The documentary features four generations of the Tairraz family.

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Mountain photography enthusiastsAlpinism fansCultural heritage advocates
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When was the first photograph taken at the summit of Mont-Blanc?

The first photograph at the summit of Mont-Blanc was taken in 1861.

How many generations of photographers are in the Tairraz family?

There are four generations of photographers in the Tairraz family.

What is the duration of the documentary Le Regard Tairraz?

Le Regard Tairraz has a duration of 26 minutes.

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