Part 116 - Rafrang climate observations and Char Chu gorge description

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SUMMARY:
Notes describe a rapid climatic transition between Rafrang and the Lobpa village of Lung, where clouds ascending the valley vanish upon meeting dry air above Rafrang. The Char Chu river below Rafrang flows through a deep gorge, dropping about 2000 feet over approximately four miles.

CONTENT:
L. p 189 At Rafrang there is a record of that rapid
change in climate which must occur between this village
the Lobpa village of Lung 4 miles further down the valley.
We watched the clouds surging up the valley only to vanish
as if by magic when they met the dry air currents
above Rafrang. The Char Chu river below Rafrang
flows in a terrific gorge. The river falls with
great rapidity, 2000 ft approx 4 miles.