Mount Everest, the Reconnaissance of 1921, Part 3
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The Chumbie Valley
The descent into the Chumbie Valley was very steep and stony, as there was a drop of over 5,000 feet. The beauty of the valley and its wildflowers made up however for the badness of the path. Yatung lies at a height of 9,400 feet. Apples and pears do well here and barley, wheat and potatoes are groaning great quantities.
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