Today we took some time to acclimatize to the higher altitude. We drank more water and tried not to run up the more than 500 steps to and around Potala Palace (we walked). We managed quite well and are ready for our trek to Mt. Everest.
We also visited Jokhang Temple. Both the temple and the Palace had many Buddhist gods and murals. The tomb of the 5th Dalai Lama at Potala Palace had over 7000 pounds of gold, had a pearl from the brain of an elephant, and was otherwise ornate. They use yak butter for their candles and now we all smell like yaks. We also tried yak butter tea and pizza with yak cheese. Not our favorite cuisine and thus we plan to try other options at our next meal.
We spent time in the native market buying a few things. We have developed excellent negotiation skills.
We are praying for you. The classes are watching videos of what a base camp looks like and what it's like to climb Mt Everest. God Speed! All Saints School
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