China China China ! Always an unpleasant experience. Schedules changed, websites blocked, maps confiscated because of reference to Tibet, luggage delayed days behind us, terrible food and hygiene. We have just driven over a 5000m pass and descending to Tingri for the night at 4200m. Will be a relief to finally see our objective,  Everest. Hopefullt we are not delayed too long and can get to the relative isolation and calm of basecamp