It is believed to be only the 10th time in 300 years The Sphinx is known to have vanished.
A patch of snow believed to be the longest-lasting in the UK has melted for only the 10th time, according to records going back more than 300 years.
Snow expert Iain Cameron, who monitors the condition of the patch, said it melted away earlier this week.Until 100 years ago it had been considered a permanent feature of Scotland's hills. Other high mountains, such as Ben Nevis, also have snow patches that can linger for long periods of time.
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