The major peaks encircle us in this spot, the very heart of the Annapurna range. Part of mountaineering history, ABC also honors some world-class climbers who perished on the difficult and dangerous climbing routes. Looking up at Annapurna South, you can barely detect where climbing camps could be placed as the terrain is so severe with huge glaciers and steep rock and ice walls. Climbing on Fish Tail Peak is not permitted as the mountain is sacred to the local people.
We spent hours up here in awe of the mountains but it was time to start going down. A sharp wind suddenly picked up blowing lots of sand, and reminding me not to linger too long. Going back was much easier, again as the air grew thicker, we made it all the way back to Himalaya lodge el 9,432 ft. Kerosene-fired popcorn and pizza with Everest beer for dinner to celebrate.
