Hiking In The Himalayas Photo-Essay

There is always more than one way to climb a mountain.

Children and the elderly often travel up to holy places in the Himalayas for spiritual benefit.

If they cannot travel by foot, they hire 'coolies' (porters) to carry them on their back, or use mules when available.
"Piggyback with a view"
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