Yesterday woke up to another clear morning, so decided to visit Sarankot, a high view point for seeing the stunning annapurna range. We came here 9 years ago to see the sun rise, it was awesome. We grabbed a taxi which took us about two thirds of the way there. This is the first taxi we have had in Pokhara. It is quite steep and l thought Ray would struggle but he did well and took it slowly. The pathway is lined with little houses trying to sell you drinks or ...

On Friday Ray went fishing with a guide for the day, unfortunately he did not catch anything, but had a good time which was the main thing. I thought I would have a relaxing day and try and finish reading my book. I went for a stroll along the street, but was pestered by the shop keepers to go in their shops , one young chap even offerd me a cup of tea. I then thought l would sit by the lake to read, after running the gauntlet of Tibetans selling their wares l...

Today Ray has gone fishing with a guide, l hope that he catches a fish as he was pretty excited about going. The weather is good today as it is clear and sunny and I can see the mountain called Machhapuchhare from sitting on the terrace outside of our room. It is the only mountain that has not been climbed as it is not permitted( although I think maybe some have climbed it secretly as you know what climbers are like he he). As Ray is out all day l thought that ...

Yesterday we spent the morning at the computer looking at guest houses at other locations and trying to work out an itinerary for when we leave here. We hope to spend a couple of nights at Tansen, then on to Lumbini for three or four nights followed by a trip to Chitwan nature reserve. Have found a lodge that Is not in the main tourist area so am waiting for reply. Finding places to stay is easy but trying to work out which local buses and where to get on and o...

Today we awoke to a bright sunny day, the first morning without mist, so we decided to visit a huge lake called Begnas Tal while the weather was good. This involved getting the local bus which is not that easy when you cannot read the language, but after a long walk to the bus park, we managed to find the one we wanted. It was very colourful inside like most Asian transport also very uncomfortable. The driver seemed to be driving as fast as possible making f...