An elated Liz stands next to the Tenzing Norgay Memorial Stupa as the tip of Mt. Everest peaks from behind a snowy mountain far above. Tenzing Norgay was the local Nepali Sherpa who, together with Sir Edmund Hilary, became the first person to summit Everest in 1953. This photo of them just after the climb is in guesthouses all along the trek.
The stupa is outside the town of Namche Bazaar, the largest town on the trek, where it's possible to catch your first glimpse of Mt. Everest. Catch a glimpse we did. It is impressive, but we tried not to think about how far we had to go to get to the base.
Looking forward to more spectacular views along the way.
Love reading about your adventure! The pictures are amazing. Be safe.
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