Our Sense Of Place

Kathmandu, Nepal

The Monkey Temple.

Candle vigil at the base of the Monkey Temple.

The maze that is downtown Kathmandu.

Trek Near Annapurna Circuit, Nepal

After a long uphill stretch, we are rewarded with a breathtaking view of the Annapurna Himalaya.

Having already completed a number of treks, it is clear that Nepal is best-equipped for trekkers of every level and for treks of any length imaginable. You could literally walk into these mountains with a small backpack filled with just a toothbrush, a book, and a wad of Nepalese rupies, and expect to survive for months in the villages that dot the mountainous landscape.

View of the Fishtale - a mythical peak that is off-limits to climbers.

Lost?

A pretty decent breakfast spot.

Although the wilderness is the highlight, some of the most interesting moments come when walking through the mountain villages.

Motorcycle Trip to Lake Begnas

It was supposed to be a really easy ride.

6 Flahives and 3 Bikes.

The paved road ended and the real adventure began.

As hard as it was on bikes, most people in the valley did not have motor power of any sort. Plus, their loads were considerably larger.

We survived slips and falls, but it took a flat to really slow us down.

We really should have paid a little more for the new bikes! Each of the three used bikes that we took turned out to be a lemon.

Pokara, Nepal

In terms of food, lodging, shopping, access to the great outdoors, bars, coffee shops, steak-houses, pizza, cheap (but quality) pirated outdoor equipment, fresh air, and amazing views, Pokara may be the best place on Earth . . . if you are into those kinds of things.