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August 24th 2007
Published: September 5th 2007
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Perched at 4014 meters(13,246 feet-- 314m higher than Lhasa!), Litang is an absolute gem in so many different ways. The town is surrounded by livestock-dotted rolling green hills, and there is a range of large mountains towering over the town from the south. The town has a wild west feel and reputation, long known as a rebellious enclave of Tibetan nationalism. While home to a significant numbe... Read Full Entry



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playing ball with the kids at 13k feet left us winded to say the least.. this little guy takes a breather



5th September 2007

Joshie Delay!
Great photos and blogging gentlemen. It all reminds me so much of my travels in Yunnan. I swear e visited some of the same places. In Tibetan, my best pronunciation is "Joshie Delay!"
5th September 2007

Your Trip has Come Alive for me!
...and for Anna and Neida and Dorothy and the Brudners (who are awestruck) and everyone else! I am SO glad that Mary Lane and Pat V. told me about the Sultans (seeing as I've been a travelblog reader for years--reading about perfect strangers with complete interest and attention--and now I know the bloggers and I wasn't even aware of the blog!) Good job, guys! Very commendable in every way...the photos are beyond awesome! Love and good health to you all!
6th September 2007

thanks for sharing
It is so cool that you guys are sharing these photos and narratives of your travels. Thanks. Uncle Kev
15th September 2007

All Smiles
Seeing these images and reading your stories and poetry is a gift to all those who come across this Journalism. For those of us fortunate enough to personally know and love these compassionate and genuine travelers, every post brings a deep smile which travels along with you. Love from Pete

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