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Chamonix: French Alpine Resort and Olympic Host

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Location and History: Chamonix is a commune in Haute-Savoie, France, located north of Mont Blanc
First mentioned in 1091 as Campum munitum, meaning fortified plain
Became part of Savoy family territory from 11th to 14th centuries
Hosted first Winter Olympics in 1924
Geography and Climate: Borders Switzerland and Italy between Aiguilles Rouges and Aiguille du Midi
Elevation ranges from 1,012 to 1,462 meters
Features humid continental climate with annual precipitation of 1,280 mm
Tourism Development: Became major ski resort in early 19th century
Hosted multiple major international sporting events including World Championships
By 1960s, had 60,000 tourist beds with 5 million annual visitors
Changed name to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc in 1916
Transportation: Served by French Route 205, nicknamed "white route"
Connected to Italy via Mont Blanc Tunnel opened in 1965
Operates SNCF St Gervais-Vallorcine Line with steepest gradient
Features world's highest vertical ascent cable car to Aiguille du Midi