Lukla to PhakdingLukla to PhakdingPrayer Flags, PhakdingEntry into Sagarmatha National Park shortly after MonjoSay a Prayer (One of the many chortens along the way)BenkorPresenceChorten IIMorning WashTroop going uphillNamche Bazaar @ 3420m. Largest Sherpa village in Khumbu region. Thamserku  (middle) and Ama Dablem (left) in the backdrop.Glory of Red (I was barely out of Namche and a nun in red robe and red boots walked towards me).Turn a PrayerTea HouseInside the teahouse. Walled with stacks of blankets, just enough to keep porters/trekkers warm at night.Making Milk teaTraffic in the HillMani-Om (Parts of the path was lined with mani, carved or painted with Buddhist prayers)
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Lukla to Phakding