Kathmandu

Spent the last four days in Kathmandu. Hot and dusty but great fun. It is great spending $2 on a beer and $7 on a good meal.

Things have got run down since I was last here and that is sad but still lots to see and do. Most people I have talked to are very excited by the Maoists taking over as the see the previous leaders as corrupt and doing nothing for the people.

Going by the newspapers and the reaction of the previous leaders the people's views are probably true. There is a sense that things can improve from here.

The place is still wonderfully exciting and interesting and really hits you in the face.

Tomorrow we head off on the trek. Five hours on a bus and then into the mountains. Can't wait.

Next blog will probably be after the trek in 20 or so days. Although it may be possible to write some thoughts in the mountains.