Yosemite National Park # 001-01-001 © Russ Finley Photography

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El Capitan in autumn - Yosemite National Park, CA. The strength of the granite composing El Capitan protected it from glacial erosion. It stands as one of the world's tallest unbroken cliffs.Photo: Russ FinleyAutumn, El Capitan. El Capitan rises 3,604 feet from the valley floor and is one of the most predominant features of Yosemite. This is the largest solid piece of granite in the world and it presents a great challenge to rock climbers. Film Size 6X7cm