Day 9 of our EBC Trek - We commenced our descent this morning (Thursday) at 7 am, from Gorakchep. We travelled 17 kms down the slopes, passing by Lobuche, Tukla, Periche (where we had lunch) and, finally, reached our night halt , Shomare. From 5100 M (Gorakchep, where we spent last night in -8 °), we descended down to 4100 M. Tomorrow, likewise, we will descend 15 Kms from here to Namche Bazar. Descending down the slopes has its own dangers and difficulties. A big strain on the knees; loose sand, loose stones on the slope makes it easy to miss a footing and slip down the slope. So, one has to be really careful and watchful. Everyone's photo gallery is full of wonderful pictures. So, clicking pictures is a minimum as trekkers make their descent. The Trekking Poles are really useful, more so while descending. Two more days of descent awaits us before we fly off to Kathmandu, on Sunday. Continue Walking With Me and keep me in your prayers!
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