According to myth, Prometheus was sent to Mount Caucasus as punishment by Zeus. Prometheus stole meat from the gods and gave it to the humans, but they couldn't eat it. He then stole fire from Zeus to allow humans to alter the meat (cook it) so they could consume it.
The Caucasus Mountains fall in parts of modern-day Russia and Georgia. Its tallest peak is Mount Elbrus at 5,642 meters. This chart shows how Elbrus compares to Mont Blanc, admired by Shelley, and Mount Everest, the world's highest peak. The height of Mount Everest is over 27 times taller than the Eiffel Tower.
The Caucasus Mountains fall in parts of modern-day Russia and Georgia. Its tallest peak is Mount Elbrus at 5,642 meters. This chart shows how Elbrus compares to Mont Blanc, admired by Shelley, and Mount Everest, the world's highest peak. The height of Mount Everest is over 27 times taller than the Eiffel Tower.