The towers: The target. At more than 2 hours from commencement point, we reach a closer position to the towers on a couple of mountains across the way.
Jen reaches the towers after 2.5 hours climbing.
After last week's delivery of hiking pants in the jungle (see earlier blog 70.08), Jen captured this guy working for "Bed, Bath and Beyond". It seems one can order merchandise online, visit a store, but there's a definite gap in jungle orders. This could 'manelion' a new trend.
One youngster posed the question: "If there is only one bit of advice you can give me, what would it be?"
Jen reaches the towers after 2.5 hours climbing.
After an hour-and-half, Jen is no closer to these fabulous mountains. However, the views are spectacular. On the left, is the Shanti Stupa, probably one of our most frequent hikes. 
Change of terrain as we get closer to target.
Annapurna 1 at 26,700 feet, Machapuchare at a little less than 23,000 feet, at left is Shanti Stupa and on the mountain below Machapuchare (little left) is the village of Sarangkot (a bump). On the right is Annapurna 2 at 26,192.
Change of terrain as we get closer to target.
Annapurna 1 at 26,700 feet, Machapuchare at a little less than 23,000 feet, at left is Shanti Stupa and on the mountain below Machapuchare (little left) is the village of Sarangkot (a bump). On the right is Annapurna 2 at 26,192.
This position with an incredible overlook has become one of our favorite positions...(well, in top 1,000) and obviously, Jenni's. Truth be told, upon reaching this position, we call for tea and coffee and then absorb the sights. We don't believe it would surprise anyone to know that after a couple of minutes, one feels absorbed into the environment, the scene, the tranquility. While I could be accused of hyperbole, I believe anyone feeling under strain will be cured after a few minutes absorbing the best of nature's high mountains. While one can reach this position by scooter or car, we cannot guarantee the feeling should you not walk. Sorry!
Jen about to "pass" Annapurna 2 at 26,192 feet. Notice how she takes it in her stride.
A view from the jungle.
We head off to the temple we discovered a bit higher up and then return to view this sight of the tower and mountains (below temple).
Clearly, the tower is "higher" than the mountains as illustrated in the photograph. Please, we don't want hear technical terms such as parallax. Let's keep it simple.
Focusing on Annapurna 1, then Machapuchare to the right, the hikes to Shanti Stupa and Sarangkot in the distance, while walking through a village tucked away in the mountains. As we hike through, we greet and are greeted by the villagers and their children, interviewed as well and offered fruit, too. At the time, Jen was kissed by a stranger who was shocked to learn her age. While I could not tell the difference in ages, he was 24 years younger than Jen. One has to be most careful of these 'lover boys' in the mountains. As mentioned before, a tough life shows on the outside clearly. Strangely enough, I have never been kissed by a woman in these parts, but Krishna did hug us fiercely last Thursday.
It's always overpowering to see the size of Pokhara, below. Fortunately, we live to the left in Lakeside. Jen is about to reach the peak in a few minutes.
A little peace and calm is always welcome.
Another part of the city, toward Lakeside. We know we are high because one can actually see over the front mountain and pick up a sliver of the lake (center). Thought that was pretty nice.
Of the many stepped pictures taken, only this is posted.
The eastern part of the city with the range extending further.
Jen about to "pass" Annapurna 2 at 26,192 feet. Notice how she takes it in her stride.
A view from the jungle.
We head off to the temple we discovered a bit higher up and then return to view this sight of the tower and mountains (below temple).
Clearly, the tower is "higher" than the mountains as illustrated in the photograph. Please, we don't want hear technical terms such as parallax. Let's keep it simple.
Focusing on Annapurna 1, then Machapuchare to the right, the hikes to Shanti Stupa and Sarangkot in the distance, while walking through a village tucked away in the mountains. As we hike through, we greet and are greeted by the villagers and their children, interviewed as well and offered fruit, too. At the time, Jen was kissed by a stranger who was shocked to learn her age. While I could not tell the difference in ages, he was 24 years younger than Jen. One has to be most careful of these 'lover boys' in the mountains. As mentioned before, a tough life shows on the outside clearly. Strangely enough, I have never been kissed by a woman in these parts, but Krishna did hug us fiercely last Thursday.
It's always overpowering to see the size of Pokhara, below. Fortunately, we live to the left in Lakeside. Jen is about to reach the peak in a few minutes.
A little peace and calm is always welcome.
Another part of the city, toward Lakeside. We know we are high because one can actually see over the front mountain and pick up a sliver of the lake (center). Thought that was pretty nice.
Of the many stepped pictures taken, only this is posted.
The eastern part of the city with the range extending further.
Cheers,
Jenni and Jeffrey
The cutest of 'kids'.
One youngster posed the question: "If there is only one bit of advice you can give me, what would it be?"
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