Ladakh & beyond - August 2007

MARKHA VALLEY TREK

Part 1 -- Days 1 through 4

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Fantastic rock formations along the valley.
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Skiu Village.
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Skiu Gompa.
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Chortens at Skiu.
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Mani wall at Skiu.
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Past Skiu towards Camp 3.
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Camp 3 - riverside. 3400m - 11,600 ft.
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Small gompa along the Markha River near Camp 3.
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Day 4 - first stream crossing of the morning.
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Morning light on the mountains.
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Walking along the Markha River.
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Short break in a shady spot.
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Crossing the Markha River.
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Parachute tent break - Mike, Giles, Jill, Alex & Jamie.
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Jamie pretending to be a scarecrow.
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Giles makes a new friend.
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