And_Cof

Thanks for a great report and amazing photos!

Nelson

Pending your photos, I looked up all the places you mentioned. Looks dramatic and unusual. The names are evocative of distant places. I see you'll be at the edge of the Tien Shan mountains, a magical name from books I've read.

shelemm, interesting about the apples, etc. Thanks. That book is available online.
Gardyloo, will check out your report later.

Safe travels.