Well, what can I say. Pokhara is one of the most amazing cities I have ever experienced. Pokhara sits around 3,000 feet in a lush valley just below the mighty Himalayan Mountain Range. Massive foothills surround the city with an amazing view of Annapurna, Machapuchre, Dhauligiri, and Manasalu. It also rests on a beautiful Lake which adds to the relaxing ambiance of Pokhara, Nepal. Since our last post we have been resting here in this lovely city recharging our bodies for the next trek. All of the group members have united successfully at the Hotel Sakura, where again we have found a rooftop sanctuary. We have found many of the trekkers that we saw during the Annapurna Circuit that are now resting in Pokhara. This has provided a great opportunity for socializing and sharing experiences from the adventures of the trek. We have met so many amazing people and have been fortunate to share so many amazing experiences that we will never forget.
The first highlight of Pokhara was seeing "The Most Interesting Man in the Annapurnas" arrive after his trek in the Annapurna Sanctuary. Other highlights have been boat rides on the lake, fantastic food, renting Scooters, the International Mountain Museum, meeting amazing people, the hindu festival, Club Amsterdam, and evening drinks on the lake. We are having a blast here and often find ourselves thinking of family and friends back home and around the world that we wish could be here wish us. Cheers to all of those we love! Photos from Pokhara coming soon.
The Quest Begins
The Quest Begins
After several years of planning, anticipation, and fortitude we have arrived at this moment that will surely tranform our lives. The Sojourners; Paul Hermsmeyer, Bogue Hermsmeyer, Seth Hermsmeyer, Logan Cannon, and Cameron Taylor all share incredible passion for mountains, travel, adventure, culture, ethnic food, and all things novel. These common passions have forged a bond and an opportunity for an adventure unlike any other. The trip will entail two of the most famous sections of the Himalayas, The Annapurna Circuit/Sanctuary, and the Khumbu/Everest region. We will traverse well over 500 miles and experience some of the most dramatic vistas and amazing cultures on the planet. With this being said, it is important to note that we realize we are incredibly privileged to be able to embark on this journey and will conduct ourselves with the utmost respect for both local culture and the environment. We would also like to note that this would not be possible without the incredible support from our family and friends(especially the parents) who have been there for us throughout the duration. This blog is intended to be informative, keeping our friends and family updated, and show our enthusiasm throughout our experience in the beautiful "Mountain Kingdom of Nepal".
After several years of planning, anticipation, and fortitude we have arrived at this moment that will surely tranform our lives. The Sojourners; Paul Hermsmeyer, Bogue Hermsmeyer, Seth Hermsmeyer, Logan Cannon, and Cameron Taylor all share incredible passion for mountains, travel, adventure, culture, ethnic food, and all things novel. These common passions have forged a bond and an opportunity for an adventure unlike any other. The trip will entail two of the most famous sections of the Himalayas, The Annapurna Circuit/Sanctuary, and the Khumbu/Everest region. We will traverse well over 500 miles and experience some of the most dramatic vistas and amazing cultures on the planet. With this being said, it is important to note that we realize we are incredibly privileged to be able to embark on this journey and will conduct ourselves with the utmost respect for both local culture and the environment. We would also like to note that this would not be possible without the incredible support from our family and friends(especially the parents) who have been there for us throughout the duration. This blog is intended to be informative, keeping our friends and family updated, and show our enthusiasm throughout our experience in the beautiful "Mountain Kingdom of Nepal".
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