Everest BC Puja

We show respect for the mountain

A ceremony to show respect for the mountain is part of every major expedition and for Everest we have a puja at both BC and a shorter one at ABC.

20 April 2011 - Base Camp puja

Dawa Gelje always says a mix of weather is best, and we have often had snow, rain, shine. this time was wind mainly, and a beautiful day. Phujung and Karsang officiated on a moving ceremony.

Luke at the beginning of the puja - Jamie

The prayer flags and pole ready; boots ice axes and crampons which damage the mountain, ready for special blessings - Jamie

Dorje and Karsang watch as Kaji sets the prayer flages, Bali also watching over and Everest in the distance - Jamie

Kaji and everyone assisting - Jamie

Kami, cook's healthy belly and Everest summiteer - Jamie

Luke ties a lama's thread around Jamie's neck

The Tibetan kitchen crew Karsang facing in red, Karsang 2, Chumbey, Dorje and the indomitable Norbu - Jamie

L-R: Pasang Kaji, Nima Griman, Pasang Gelu, Phujung, Nawang Geden, Karsang, Karsang 2, Chumbey, Dorje, Jamling, Morbu, Kami,
Tawa and Dawa Gelje 2 - Jamie

Grant Rawlinson and Esther with her new lama's thread - Jamie

Kenneth Koh with Andrew Lock in the background - Jamie

The beers come out and then... - Jamie

Grant takes the three cap shots of whiskey

Grant takes the three caps full of whiskey, for good luck - Jamie

Esther Tan takes a lucky drink from Nima - Jamie

Phujung and Karsang - Jamie

And lastly, teddy bears etc - Jamie