Namche from Above

Day #8 - Namche Acclimtisation Day (Pt 1)

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November 23rd 2012
Although today is a “rest day” in the trek itinerary, it is far from it. Dirge our guide leader has planned a 450m ascent upto the high point of Namche and beyond for what he tells us will be impressive views. It is to aid our acclimitisation – there are no complaints. In a bid to avert dehydration issues, I ask one of our guides to top up my camelback water bag and both my ½ litre bottle ... read more

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In 1951, the Nepalese monarch ended the century-old system of rule by hereditary premiers and instituted a cabinet system of government. Reforms in 1990 established a multiparty democracy within the framework of a constitutional monarchy. A Maoist in... ... read more