CHAPTER II

OVER THE FRONTIER

From the base to Gnatong--A race to Chumbi--A perilous night ride--Forest scenery--Gnatong three years ago and now--Gnatong in action--A mountain lake--The Jelap la and beyond--Undefended barriers--Yatung and its Customs House--Chumbi--The first Press message from Tibet--Arctic clothing--Scenes in camp--A very uncomfortable 'picnic' 22-34