Log-book - Wednesday June 4
Via satellite...
Johan Åkerström reporting:
"Employment of 110 carriers at a open market, in connection to the K2 Hotel. This took place via a new system which was arranged by a goverment official, whom by the help of lottery divided the work between different villages in the area. The expedition has only the right of veto in the choice of carrier.

The afternoon was spent with packing of personal belongings and shopping. Stefan bought, following some major haggling by Magnus, a hat which the seller wanted 10 times the amount for... The episode caused a mix-up of exchange, which the modest merchant noticed. Good Night..."

Skardu city
Skardu city
Typical street in Skardu
Typical street in Skardu
Employment of 110 carriers
Employment of 110 carriers, lottery

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