Losing Our Way Another world is not only possible, she is on her way. On a quiet day I can hear her breathing. --------------------------------------------------------- Arundhati Roy (Indian author, advocate, activist)

NEPAL: Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur, Nagarkot, Pokhara, Kali Gandaki Trek, Kathmandu

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Muktinath! We made it!! It is a holy site to Buddhists and Hindus alike because its burning natural gas springs mix the four elements of existence -- earth, water, air, and fire. Here, a group of Nepali pilgrims (who hold a mix of Buddhist and Hindu beliefs) commemorate the accomplishment of their visit.

As we get closer and closer to our final destination of Muktinath, the villages are more distinctly Tibetan in style. This is Jharkot. By the way,

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One of the most beautful elements of the Muktinath temple complex is a string of 108 water springs. 108 is a holy number to Buddhists.

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Losing Our Way Another world is not only possible, she is on her way. On a quiet day I can hear her breathing. --------------------------------------------------------- Arundhati Roy (Indian author, advocate, activist)

NEPAL: Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur, Nagarkot, Pokhara, Kali Gandaki Trek, Kathmandu

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