This young man jumping with a parachute, and plied the ocean on a surfboard, and drove the speed of light on a motorcycle. But this was not enough for him, and he decided to conquer the highest mountain in South America.

As we know, for several months, the actor is far from the camera lens, in my country, together with his bride Isabel and dog Pampa. Two weeks ago, the travelers decided to make a stop in Uspalyatta - a place that few years ago, chose Jean-Jacques Annaud for the film "Seven Years in Tibet", where starring Hollywood hunk Brad Pitt (which, incidentally, has repeatedly compared Facundo Arana) .

Climbing

Many doubted that he dare to like, but Facundo Arana received training (period of adaptation, acclimatization, a variety of training), and his desire is unwavering: he wanted to climb Mount Aconcagua in spite of all the warnings that the ascension chosen the wrong moment .

A brief excursion into history:
Mount Aconcagua (pictured) is in Argentina, not far away, about 30 km from the border with Chile. It is the highest point in South America (6,960 m) and the second-tallest in the world after Mount Everest. It is a part of the longest mountain chain of the world - the Andes, which stretches for 9000 km. For the first time Mount Aconcagua was conquered by the people in 1897 in the Aconcagua translated - means "mountain blizzards," and is known for its top of the strong wind, often fog and very cold. Despite all these factors, it is popular among climbers, but to reach the top is not easy. In order to get used to the altitude and lack of oxygen, climbers must repeatedly move up and down.

Here is what Gustavo Pizarro - an experienced climber and brother Daniel, one of the guides who accompanied the actor in this dangerous journey: "In this time of very unfavorable conditions. The autumn wind in the valley warm, but in the mountains is very cold. In addition, it is already impossible to count on camping sites (parking space where you can make a stop along the way, to spend the night where there is drinking water, etc.), no mention rescue teams patrolling the mountains. "

Along the way the group was faced with Arana American climber Ryan Dickson. Daniel noted that it is in a terrible state, and advised him to come down immediately. He obeyed, but it was too late. The effects of pulmonary edema appeared irreversible, and mountaineer died a few hours later.

Thank God, Facundo Arana got to the top safely, it happened on March 28 in an hour of the day (of a total ascent took 11 days). Local residents believe that the actor has made quite a feat, considering the fact that the end of the summer season is already closed, and in these autumn days, climbing is allowed to make only true professionals. Late at night on March 29 the actor returned to the bungalow where he was waiting for the bride.

Press (which here took Facundo), he said that the conquest of the top was his "calling himself", in addition, he gave promise of what and what prompted the actor to give it - he chose to remain silent. "When I went upstairs - I saw the face of God. I just could not fall to your knees and give praise to the Lord," - he told reporters worried Arana.

Universal love

Others do not cease to admire Facundo. "It is very easy person in dialogue. They Isabel stopped by here two weeks ago, saw where they would stop, but could not stay here because of the dog," - says one of the hotel employees Uspalyatta. Pampa - favorite actor and accompanies him on all trips. Because of her Arana and Isabel could not stay in the hotel and eventually found shelter in one of the bungalows next to the hotel.

"He is a very open person. Runs from the noise, but not from the people. Giving autographs and no problems talking with someone who approaches him," - said the receptionist, perhaps not knowing that Arana, despite all its good intentions, had escape from the pressure of tourists in his bungalow.

"Many people come here to be with him," - says Felix Bordon, the owner of the hotel complex - a place that is filled to capacity this weekend. "He's a great guy. He said that he arrived in Uspallata on the recommendation of friends. He once drove the local place and wanted to stay forever. He likes the place, peace and security. Of course, it must be the safest place in the country."

Birthday in the valley

March 31 this wonderful actor and man 31st birthday. Initially, Arana was going to celebrate the birthday of the city of Mendoza. But because of the ascent of Aconcagua and the beauty of these places, he decided to stay a few days in Uspallata. Rumor has it that here on holiday to his friends arrived. One thing is for sure - judging by what is happening around on his arrival, the company he was no shortage.

Maria Zolotussky

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