Loomis: Himalayan Sherpa Collection: Pasang Temba 2, Introduction
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Pasang Temba, trekking guide and lodge owner, from the Khumbu introduces himself and gives a little bit of information on his background.
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Loomis: Himalayan Sherpa Collection: Pasang Temba 2, Introduction
Release Date: 5/18/2012
Duration: 1200 Mins
Authors: Cambridge University
Description: Pasang Temba, trekking guide and lodge owner, from the Khumbu introduces himself and gives a little bit of information on his background.
Is Closed Captioned: No
Explicit: No
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