Vallis Alpes

Vallis Alpes, the Alpine Valley, exposed 10 June 2011 03:55:56 UT through IR filter.

This valley, depression, is 80 miles in length from Mare Imbrium to the SW to Mare Frigoris to the NE, running through the Montes Alpes. Note also the central crack or rille running essentially the entire length. The valley is constricted to the west to form the "amphitheater".