The day after we arrive in Lhasa, we have a Tibetan language class in the morning.We're given a sheet of paper with loads of useful phrases and we're really trying to use them.Some people appreciate it but anyone who has any English just wants to use their English words! After a walk around the city we have a Tibetan cookery class where we learn how to make momos, a traditional Tibetan dumpling type dish. It's actually pretty delicious, all the more for having been made by ourselves!Well in fairness, we actually just shaped them - everything else was done by the chef but still..............! We have another stroll around the city, trying to aquaint ourselves with the place. It's really traditional in parts (read : no toilet facilities so really smelly!!) and has a fascinating history
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