... described the mountain as one of the most dismal and disagreeable sights on the face of the earth. A little later a Persian Shah offered a large reward to anyone who should get up, but no one claimed it. Ultimately the first ascent was accomplished ...

... situated. It is this garden which yields the world-famous attar of roses, that luscious perfume which, in olden times, Persian Shahs commanded should be used exclusively in their harems. This, even to-day in India, is offered to wed- ding guests on a little ...