Hiking In The Himalayas Photo-Essay

In the Himalayas the tree line (the highest altitude at which any trees can grow) is around 12,000 feet.

In May/June the snow line (above which snow has not completely melted) is a little higher.
"Tree at the Edge of the Himalayas"
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