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The Only Tourist

Posted on November 28, 2014 by jbwye

Morning, and still no mountains. Despite the cool weather, I perspire profusely during the day and change my shirt every lunch time. My solar hat, while causing the usual curiosity especially from the children, keeps my brow dry. When I … Continue reading →

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Great Rhododendron Trees Tower Over Us

Posted on October 10, 2014 by jbwye

3rd April, 2002. We break camp at 8.30 in the morning and walk 8.3 crow-flying miles up another 2,300 feet in 8 hours.  This is much steeper than yesterday, with even more ups and downs.  We leave the villages behind and … Continue reading →

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