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Pikey Peak Trek

Explore an off-the-beaten-path trek for an unforgettable experience and appreciate the ultimate Everest vista as mentioned by Sir Edmund Hillary

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Best Season Best SeasonMarch to May and September to November
Trip Duration Trip Duration8 Days & 7 Nights
Trip Difficulty Trip DifficultyEasy to moderate
Accomodation AccomodationHotel in city and tea houses & lodges during the trek
 Max. Elevation Max. Elevation4,065m (13,335 ft)
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TransportationPrivate jeep all the way
MealsAll Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
Activity Per Day: Approx. 4-6 hrs walking
Start / End Point:Kathmandu / Kathmandu
Group Size: 2 - 20 person
Nature Of Trek:Tea House (lodge) Trekking

Trip Highlights

  • Enjoy the close-up magnificent views of Everest and other highest mountains and the lower Khumbu region.
  • Less crowded trekking trails with tranquil nature.
  • Enjoy the spectacular scenery along the trail.
  • Visit the ethnic Sherpa villages.
  • Experience the lifestyle of ethnic groups like Sherpa, Tamang, Rai, and Gurung. 
  • Explore the century-old Thupten Choeling Monastery.
  • Chortens, stone mani walls & prayer flags along the trekking routes.
  • Relatively low threats of altitude sickness due to a maximum height of only 4,095 meters.

Introduction

Pikey Peak Trek is a newly discovered short trekking destination in the mid-mountain peaks of the lower Everest region. The trek is named after one of the tallest peaks in the area, the Pikey Peak, standing at an altitude of 4,095 meters (13,335 feet). The trek is relatively short and easy with a great view of Everest. A week is enough to complete this trek.  It is not as exhausting as the trek to Everest Base Camp. Within a week, you can get a glimpse of the Everest region. It is a fantastic alternative for trekkers who are short on time and wish to avoid the busier trekking routes.

The word ‘Pikey’ originates from the local Sherpa Tribe god who symbolizes the sky over nature. Pikey Peak is one of the few viewpoints that has attracted as much attention as popular viewpoints. Such as Kalapathar in the Everest region and Poonhill in the Annapurna region.

Besides, the trek is relatively short and easy with great views of Everest. A week is enough to complete this trek. It is not as exhausting as the trek to Everest Base Camp. Within a week, you can catch a glimpse of the Everest region. It is a fantastic alternative for trekkers who are short on time and wish to avoid the busier trekking routes.

 Furthermore, being a new route and less crowded, it offers a distinct and isolated trekking experience with amazing panoramic views of Nepal’s eight-thousanders; Kanchenjenjunga in the east to Dhaulagiri in the west. Surprisingly, the breathtaking views of the highest mountains of the world including Everest (8,845.86 m), Kanchenjunga (8,586 m), Lhotse (8,414 m), Makalu (8463m), Shisapangma (8,027m),  Annapurna  (8,091m), Gaurishankar (7,134m), Nuptse (7,861m), Numbur(6,958m), and  Mera Peak (6,476m) is what Pikey Peak offers to its best on a clear day. In addition, the trek takes you through the beautiful landscapes of the lower Solu region, lush hills, forests and farmland, winding trails, and traditional Sherpa villages. Likewise, trekkers can discover a unique Sherpa culture and lifestyle exploring ancient monasteries. And also taste their local cuisines, and experience their warm and welcoming hospitality.

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The tea house lodging along the trekking route is basic and provides only the most basic amenities. If you plan to trek Pikey Peak in the winter, we advise you to check whether tea houses are available at higher elevations. As people move to lower elevations to escape the cold and snow, the tea shop frequently remains closed.

Like most trekking in Nepal, the best time to do the Pikey Peak trek is spring (March to May), and autumn (September to November) when the weather is clear and dry with superb mountain views. The trek can also be done in the winter months due to its lower elevations. However, it is best to avoid trekking during the monsoon when the roads get very wet and dirt makes obstacles for traveling. In Nepal, the monsoon season brings a lot of rain, increasing the risk of a landslide and a flood. Leeches will also attack you throughout the forest trail, and the trail will be slippery. But given that the entire walking track would be covered in lush vegetation with eye-catching blossoming wildflowers and the mountains playing hide and seek behind dancing clouds, this season may be ideal for enthusiastic naturalists and some monsoon travelers who dare to trek in the monsoon.

This itinerary is just meant to serve as a general guideline. Although we will stick to it as far as possible, your guide may decide to change or omit certain activities for your safety due to adverse weather, health problems, natural disasters, or other unforeseen circumstances. Your guide will assist you at any time by giving you details on the landscape and safety precautions during the journey. 

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Itinerary

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  • Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel, and trek preparation

    Kathmandu: (1,300m/ 4,265ft.)

    As soon as you land in the capital city of Kathmandu, get ready to be overwhelmed by the Nepalese warm hospitality. Ensuring your landing, our office representative at the Tribhuwan International Airport will meet and welcome you in a typical Nepali style, and transfer you to the designated hotel of Thamel by a private jeep or a car. . Once check-in at the hotel, a briefing will be provided for the preparation of trek in the following days. Then you can unpack and unwind and spend the remaining time as per wish.  

    Thamel has a lot to offer to tourists, from the lively winding streets to stroll around to the variety of restaurants serving different cuisines. 

  • Day 02: Drive to Dhap (8-9 hours’ drive)

    Kathmandu: (1,300m/ 4,265ft.) Dhap Bazaar: (2,850m / 9,359ft.)

    Today, we will begin our day with an 8 to 9-hour private jeep drive to Dhap Bazaar.  We walk along the Sunkoshi River’s banks, admiring the ever-changing panoramas of the region, which include terraced agricultural hills and fields, multiple rushing rivers, and luscious forests. After a long drive, we arrive at the Chap Bazaar where you can spend the leisurely evening. 

  • Day 03: Trek to Japre (4/5 hours walk)

    Dhap Bazaar (2,850m / 9,359ft.) Japre: (2,815m/ 9,235ft.)

    From Dhap Bazaar, we will begin your ascent towards Japre. You catch a sight of the Numbur Himalayan Range peaks as you approach nearby Sigane. We will spend a few hours traveling along the recently built roads after Sigane, we reached the first village, Japre, which is where we would spend the night. It is situated in a deep valley with views of Everest and Numbur Himal.

  • Day 04: Trek from Japre to Pikey Base Camp (5/6 hours walk)

    Japre: (2,815m/ 9,235ft.) Pikey Base Camp: (3,640m/ 11,942ft.)

    We will set foot on trails today from Japre, using the path that ascends to the grassy slope of Bhulbul, where there is only one lodge. When the trail splits, turn right from Bhulbule in the direction of Pikey Peak. We pass by an old yak home and long mani stones with Buddhist mantras engraved on them. The route then continues along picturesque rhododendron forest trails and along Taklung Danda’s hillside. During the spring, the large variety of Rhododendrons blooms with varying colors that enhance the pleasure of walking along this forest trail. It will take about two hours to get to Pikey Base Camp after navigating the forest.

  • Day 05: Morning sunrise view from Pikey Peak, and trek to Junbesi (7/8 hours walk)

    Pikey Peak: (4,095m/ 13,435ft.) Junbesi: (2,675m/ 8,767ft.)

    Today we will start the trek early in the morning towards the newly famous viewpoint of Pikey Peak. From Pikey Peak, we can observe and enjoy the stunning sunrise and the panoramic snow- capped mountains views from Annapurna to Kanchenjunga including Everest (8848.86 m), Kanchenjunga (8586m), Lhotse (8414 m), Manaslu (8163m), Dhaulagiri (8167m), Nuptse (7861 m), Number Chuli (6959m), Thamserku (6608m), Kangtega (6685m), Khatang (6853m), Gaurishankar (7134m), Dorje Lakpa (6966m), Langtang, Shisapangma and Mera Peak.

    After soaking in the expansive panoramic views from the Pikey Peak, we descend to the hotel for breakfast and then head towards Junbesi. Lunch will be in Jase Bhanjyag on the way down, and then we will continue our trek to Junbesi.

  • Day 06: Visit Thupten Choeling Monastery in the morning and trek to Phaplu (5/6 hours walk)

    Junbesi: (2,675m/ 8,767ft.) Phaplu: (2,380m/ 7,808ft.)

    Junbesi is a traditional Sherpa village located at an altitude of 2,675m/8,776ft with a rich culture and architecture. Early in the morning, visit the Thupten Choeling Monastery, then after breakfast, proceed towards Beni Ghat over the sloping, dusty trails of the Junbesi Khola. Till you reach Phaplu, you will stroll along the scenic routes. Enjoy the evening Sherpa culture event while dining and drinking local cuisine.

  • Day 07: Flight/ Drive from Phaplu to Kathmandu (drive 9/10 hours)

    Phaplu: (2,380m/ 7,808ft.) Kathmandu: (1,300m/ 4,265ft.)

    Today, we will bid farewell to the mountains and drive/ flight back from Phaplu to Kathmandu on a private jeep. After arriving in Kathmandu, have a farewell dinner at an authentic Nepali restaurant serving Nepali cuisine. You will be exhausted after the long travel, so rest in the hotel. 

  • Day 08: Final Departure

    Kathmandu: (1,300m/ 4,265ft.)

    This is your final day and your trekking adventure in Nepal comes to an end today. Depending upon the flight schedule and leisure, spend some of the time trying out new cuisines, buying some Dhaka wears and Thangka paintings to take back home as a memory.

    Our team will wish you farewell and transport you to the International Airport for your flight home. You will be returning with plenty of trekking experiences and memories to cherish! You would most certainly remember having a fantastic time discovering the faiths, culture, traditions, and landscape in one of the famous trekking destinations of Nepal.

    Trekkers’ Paradise hopes to take you on another exciting trek in  Nepal. If you want to return to Nepal for yet another trek, contact us to schedule the greatest adventures in a prompt and easiest way. 

Cost Includes

  • All necessary airport arrival departure as per the itinerary.
  • 2 night’s luxury hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on a twin sharing basis on BB plan.
  • Private 4WD jeep from Kathmandu to Dhap.
  • Domestic Flights (Phaplu to Kathmandu) Tickets for clients
  • Domestic Flights (Phaplu to Kathmandu) Tickets for guide
  • Full board tea house trekking cost with breakfast, lunch, dinner/ you can order your meal from the menu as much as you like but over ordering and wasting food is not allowed. The total trekking days will be 5 Days (Menu sample in additional information section have a look below)
  • Tea, or coffee during the trek (4 times a day)
  • One night room with attached bathroom at Phaplu. Four nights at best available stanard room at Dhap, Japre, Pikey Peak base camp, and Junbesi (twin Sharing room)- 5 Night
  • Professional government license holder English speaking trekking guide and his salary.
  • The required number of Porters to carry the luggage during the trek (We assign one porter for every two guests). Each person 10 to 11 kg luggage.
  • Assistant Guide and his salary (above 4 pax)
  • All the ground transport for provided staffs.
  • Coverage of Guides and Porters, their meals, insurance, transportation, flight, and other necessary equipment.
  • All the necessary permits, and TIMS card.
  • Drinking water purification liquor or tablet
  • A basic medical kit.
  • All government and local taxes.

Cost Excludes

  • International flight costs to/ from Nepal.
  • Sightseeing at Kathmandu. If you have leisure time and want to extend your stay by spending some time sightseeing in Kathmandu, we can manage it as well.
  • Nepal Entry Visa fees for multiple entrances into Nepal upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport.
  • Food and meals in Kathmandu after the trek.
  • An additional night’s lodging in Kathmandu due to earlier arrival, departure, or return from the trek than as planned (for any reason).
  • Travel insurance covers, medical, emergency rescue, evacuation, loss, etc.
  • Personal expenses (shopping, snacks, boiled bottles of water, hot and cold beverages, a hot shower, alcohol, a phone call, Wi-Fi charge, a battery recharge price, additional porters, etc.)
  • Personal clothing and gear.
  • Extra costs for any causes that are not under management’s control, such as landslides, weather, route changes because of safety concerns, illness, new government regulations, strikes, etc.
  • Tips and gratitude for guides and porters (recommended)

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One of the best days of my life

I was extremely satisfied with Trekkers Paradise. Mr. Ghanshyam, the owner, has proven to be very courteous and helpful from the very beginning, trying to organize the best trek to Everest Base Camp. The guides and porters are very professional and friendly, the accommodations simply superb. I highly recommend it, Mr. Ghanshyam (Trekkers Paradise) will turn your trip into an unforgettable experience!

Train Yourself

The best physical condition is required to trek in Nepal’s high altitude. Without some pre-trek training or a good level of basic fitness, trekking can be hard. We suggest running, walking, hiking on the hill, and climbing stairs rather than elevators to prepare for the trek. Include swimming, rowing, and biking in your daily base training. The fitter you are before you depart, the easier the trek will be.

Basic further experience and strength are required for Trekking

  • One should be able to hike for 6-7 hours a day.
  • One should be able to carry 5 kg themselves in a backpack for preparation.
  • We suggest you run about 2/3 miles in the home for the preparation with some load on your back for 1 to 2 months to make your climbing much easier. Or use a treadmill for everyday running and walking.
  • If you have an uphill location/mountain then once a week you should go hiking with a loaded bag pack on your back. If you do not have mountains and high hills then use stairs to go up/down than the elevator.
  • Regular swimming, biking, and rowing are also good ways to maintain your physical strength.
  • Fuel your body well with small but frequent healthy foods and drink plenty of water.
  • Go through a trek grading and know what type of trekking is suitable for you. The treks are graded as easy, moderate, hard, and challenging treks.
  • Go after what you want and what your physical capabilities will allow you to. Do not push too hard yourself. Trekking is not a competition. It is relaxing and rewarding.
  • Walk at a pace you are most comfortable with.  An assistant guide will be always walking at the back of the group so you don’t have to rush to catch up with the faster walkers at the front.
  • Using trekking poles reduces the body and backpack’s weight on the legs and makes walking more easier on inclines.
  • Invest in the comfortable full trekking boot with ankle support and a  sturdy Vibram sole that suit your foot to avoid blisters.

FAQs

  • Will someone come after my arrival to pick me up at the airport?

    Absolutely, a representative from Trekkers Paradise will be waiting to welcome you outside of Terminal Hall at the airport. He will be holding up a placard of Trekkers Paradise with your name on it. After that, you will be transferred to the designated hotel at Thamel, Kathmandu.

  • Do I need a visa to travel to Nepal?

    All foreign nationals, except Indian Citizens, need visas to enter Nepal.

  • What is the cost of the visa application process and Visa? Should we apply for a visa from our home country or will we get it at a Nepalese Airport? Which documents are important that I should bring with me?

    After landing, you can obtain a visa at Tribhuwan International Airport, furthermore, it will be easier if you are fill-up the visa form online (http://online.nepalimmigration.gov.np/tourist-visa) before taking the flight to Nepal. Entry Visa fees- at present are $ 30 for 15 days, $ 50 for 30 days, and $ 125 for a three-month visa on entry to Nepal.

    In case of a visa extension for a longer stay in Nepal, the cost to extend a tourist visa is USD 45 for a minimum of 15 days, plus USD 3 for every extra day.
    In the event of a delay, of less than 150 days, an additional $5 per day will be charged as a late fee.

    You should bring the following essential documents on the trip:

    • Valid Passport: must be valid for up to 6 months.
    • Travel insurance: you need to provide a copy of the insurance paper to Trekkers Paradise before you start the trek.
    • Flight Tickets.
    • Emergency contact numbers for T/C’s bank, insurance, family contacts
    •  COVID-19 vaccination certificate showing a full dose of vaccination
  • When is the best time to travel to Nepal?

    The weather is probably the best guide for deciding when to plan your trip to Nepal. The best time to visit Nepal is between September to November and March to May when the weather remains favorable and dry with clear blue skies with good visibility of the mountains and its surroundings, which makes trekking easier.

  • Do I need trekking permits?

    For Pikey Peak, it requires a TIMS permit. Aside from TIMS, you don’t need any other trekking permits, unlike many other well-known treks in Nepal. There are no significant national parks or conservation areas that the trekking route passes through.

  • How long does it take to trek Pikey Peak?

    Pikey Peak trek includes multiple itinerary options. Among all, the popular routes begin in Dhap and end at Phaplu which can be done in 7 to 8 days of time.

    Depending on how much time you have in Nepal and the vistas you want to see, you can choose from a range of trekking routes and destinations.

  • Is Pikey Peak Trek difficult?

    Pikey Peak trek is an easy to moderate level of trekking that has fewer trekking days and is generally at lower altitudes of 4,095 meters (13,335 feet).

  • What is the weather like at Pikey Peak?

    Normally, the nights will be chilly, with 5 degrees Celsius, in the mountains between 1,000 and 3,500 meters. During the day, temperatures could rise to 20 °C. However, the weather depends on the seasons when you are traveling to.

  • Can I add extra days to my Trekking Trip?

    Yes, it is absolutely possible to add some more days to the trip. Along your trek, we can add days at your request with additional costs to cover guides, porters, accommodation, and food.

  • Can I add another trek to my itinerary?

    Yes, of course, you can include the Dudhkund Lake trek in this trip via Pikey Peak and complete the trek in 2 weeks’ time. Dudhkunda is a sacred lake of milk, a holy pilgrimage site, and one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the lap of the mighty Numbur Himal with a tranquil natural setting.

Equipments

Accommodation during the trek

For accommodation, we provide one room for two customers having either two single beds or a master bed in some of the best hotels in the cities.

Pikey Peak Trek is a teahouse trek so you can find some teahouses and lodges with good services on the trekking routes during your trekking days. But as you ascend higher they become more basic. Rooms are basic, almost every room consisting twin-bedded with two beds with a mattress, a pillow, and blankets. You can share a room with a fellow trekker with whom you feel at ease.

Although, each lodge has its own set of standards, please do not anticipate luxurious accommodations, particularly in the mountains. Most teahouses offer hot showers, boiled drinking water, extra blankets, charging stations, and WIFI for an additional fee. The price of teahouses is determined by the location and the facilities/services they offered.

Meals during the trek

In addition to accommodation, all the meals including breakfasts, lunch, and dinner are served during your stay in Kathmandu and the trekking journey. Usually, breakfast and dinner are served at the same hotel where we stay overnight and lunch is served en route to our destination during the trek.

The services are basic, with some of the popular western, Asian, or Nepalese menus being the most popular and consumed. The most popular and common menu items include the Dal-Bhat set, which consists of rice, lentils, and vegetables, as well as meat, rice, and noodle items, spaghetti, pasta, momo(dumplings), Tibetan bread, chapatti, local tsampa porridge,  potatoes, sandwiches, macaroni dishes, pizza, Sherpa stew, steaks, vegetable curry and so forth.

However, you cannot compare them with the choices available in large cities. Usually, local agricultural products are used to prepare meals. Other ingredients are purchased from the market if they cannot grow at a particular elevation.

Breakfast and dinner orders are taken in advance to save time; breakfast orders are taken the night before and dinner orders are taken as soon as you arrive at the teahouse. Depending on your schedule for the day, your typical day will begin. Breakfast is served in your lodge each morning, after which you leave for the next stop. A guide will notify the next tea house or lodge of your arrival each day. Around noon, you’ll stop for lunch at any nearby lodge on the way. You will arrive at your destination shortly after lunch. You can unwind or explore the nearby attractions when you arrive. You will dine around 7 to 8 pm.

At high altitudes, we strongly advise drinking hot liquid drinks in addition to fresh vegetable foods and fruit drinks. Drink plenty of water, not all a once but regularly on a time intervals.

It is best to avoid smoking cigarettes, consuming alcohol, non-vegetarian foods like meat, caffeine-containing foods, hot chocolate, and dairy and cheese products on high-altitude treks. These things increase the chances of getting altitude sickness and diarrhea. 

 

Waste Management during the trek

Leave No Traces, Only the Footprints! Pack out your own waste. We practice responsible eco-tourism and organize eco-friendly trips to support sustainable tourism. 

The trekking trail in Nepal has suffered significant damage as a result of not having a strong policy of waste management. Act and travel responsibly. We prefer that all of our clients bring their trash and keep them in a container or bag, and dispose of it properly at a specific spot or dustbin.

Safe Drinking Water

The availability of drinking water is not an issue.  Bottled mineral water is available in most places for purchase, but there is no provision to dispose of plastic bottles. We encourage guests to do what they can to protect the environment. We do not recommend purchasing single-use plastic bottles. You can buy or bring your own Nalgene bottles on the trek which makes the trail free from bottles and rubbish.

Filling your water bottles in tea houses is another option for getting drinking water. Several guesthouses have the Euro-guard filters water.  Boiled filter water is also available in tea houses that are completely safe to drink but may be inexpensive for the duration of the trek. 

River water is generally full of glaciers and sand and may be contaminated with animal urine and toilet run-off, so do not drink it. The tap water in the lodges is piped from high up, away from rivers and clean glaciers, so it is better, but it still must be treated.

Use iodine drops (3 per liter) locally known as Lugols solution, available at Thamel supermarkets in Kathmandu. The chlorine-based tablets are another choice, but they do transmit a taste to the water. Alternatively, you could purchase a Steripen, which uses UV to kill the bacteria but a bit fragile to carry during the trek.

The best option is the water purification tablet Aquaprove, which uses cutting-edge technology. Most importantly, it works against all pathogens in impure water. It’s light, simple to use, has no taste, and is all-natural.

Safety and Health Precaution during the trek

Besides geographical protection, Trekkers Paradise has taken safety in following things to make travel as safe as possible making the most out of it without any worry!

  • Our guides have received extensive wilderness first-aid training.
  • Trek leaders and guides have years of trekking experience and can help you if there is any kind of uneasiness and assure happiness & satisfaction are guaranteed.
  • We’ll have High-quality masks & Gloves with sanitizers for everyday use throughout the journey for the Trekkers Paradise team assisting you.
  • Encouragement and inspiration can be a regular occurrence.
  • Food and accommodation in the mountains would be rechecked for additional hygiene.

How to avoid acute mountain sickness?

Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) is the most deadly risk of trekking. Anyone can get a victim of this sickness when their body is exposed to a higher elevation in a short period of time and the body is unable to adapt to the changing atmospheric pressures. As you ascend higher, the oxygen and air pressure decrease. Our bodies are capable of handling the change, but they require time to gradually adapt. If it is not treated in time, it can be severe and result in death. You can take a few preventative measures to avoid it.

  • Not to climb too high too fast.
  • Climb slowly and attain the height gradually.
  • Take it easy and climb at your own comfortable pace.
  • Reduce your walking hours as you reach 2000 meters and walk slowly.
  • Drink plenty of water.
  • Get plenty of rest. If you feel like your body needs more rest, get it.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol and smoking.
  • Meditation and warm-up exercise each day before starting the trek.
  • Allow an acclimatization day for every 1000m of elevation gain.

There are two more serious but less common severe forms of altitude sickness. Both have the potential to be fatal. You must descend immediately to receive medical care.

High-altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE) causes the lungs to swell with excess fluid, which makes breathing difficult even when at rest. You experience extreme exhaustion, weakness, and perhaps a sense of suffocation. A dry cough, nose breathing, shortness of breath, fever, chest tightness, rapid heart rates, congestion, swelling, and fainting are the symptoms of HAPE.  If HAPE is not promptly treated by lowering the altitude or using oxygen, it can be fatal.

High-altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE) is characterized by an accumulation of fluid on the brain that results in swelling. Confusion, poor coordination, and possibly violent behavior could occur. Hallucinations, loss of consciousness, fever and fatigue, photophobia, hypertension, coma, shortness of breath, and inability to walk are some more symptoms of HACE. HACE can result in death if it is not treated immediately.

The early signs of altitude sickness can be relieved by immediately descending. However, if you are experiencing severe acute mountain sickness symptoms, you should see a doctor.

The drug acetazolamide can ease heavy breathing and lessen the effects of altitude sickness. You may also be given the steroid Dexamethasone. But you are never recommended to take such drugs as far as possible until the situation is harsh.

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