Tadapani (village of Annapurna)

During the spectacular trek to Poon Hill it is usual to arrive at the remote Tadapani at the end of the third day. The village, which consists of two or three very basic shelters and a few houses huddled over a space where locals sell handicrafts and woolen items, is in the stunning silhouette of Machhapuchhre (or Fishtail). This peak of nearly 7000 meters is eternally snow-capped and is considered sacred to the Nepalese. It is one of the most beautiful peaks I have ever seen. From Tadapani it almost seems touchable.