day-5

**Tukuche (2,590m) to Kagbeni (2,840m)**

10:00 - Marpha, a beautiful town.  

I bought a package of apples for around 150 Rs.

According to the guidebook:  

In 1899, Japanese explorer Ekai Kawaguchi, the first foreigner to visit Marpha, stayed for three months in the house of the local subba (customs/tax officer). The house still has its original wood carvings.

Walked along the main car road to Jomsom, a larger town with an airport.

Lunch at Marco Polo Restaurant.  

Had Momo and lassi.

Walked north, passing cows and bikers.  

The road was sandy, rough, and brown in color.

This area is famous for its strong valley winds.

Arrived at Kagbeni (2,840m).  

Stayed at a local hotel.  

Dinner: Dal Bhat.

There was a beautiful mountain view of Nilgiri from the hotel.

By this time, I was feeling quite tired.