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A Submariner's Journal of an Inspirational Journey to Mount Everest .
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3rd June 2004 | Going Home.
Met Maj.Sasi, turns out he is from Waynad, Kerala. Back for dinner at the hotel at 2100 hrs. Went to Night Visions - the previous night’s Bar. Cdr Dam in two this time. Also to the Casino. Bala Sir explained a couple of games.I lost at the slot machine.
2nd June 2004 | The Nightlife in Kathmandu
June 2, 2004
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Dana Tashi, Sardar and a few of the Sherpas came in. They were paid there and a bonus of Us $ 1000 by Cdr Dam. Dawa and Thamptin to be called for flag-in.
1st June 2004 | Landing in Kathmandu
June 1, 2004
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The drive was beautiful – through a mountain range, river flowing and the road alongside. Reached airport by 0830 hrs. Flight delayed by more than an hour. Air China. 1 hr 10 mins. Flew beside Everest ! What a splendid sight. Reached KAT by 1030 hrs.
31st May 2004 | Official homecoming dinner
May 31, 2004
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Went shopping after a hurried visit. Bought me a cap and one for Roney. Had an invitation from CTMA for dinner at Summit Camp restaurant. This was official.
30th May 2004 | Drepung Monastery
May 30, 2004
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It was also the Admin HQ of the Dalai lamas. Bought items for Sinha. Lunch at the hotel. At 1500hrs, we left for the carpet factory.
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June 3, 2004
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