It was Monday – one of those 03xx dark show times that doesn’t mean that you leave then, only that you have to show up and hang out in the terminal rather than in one’s own warm bed.
Mountains en route to Kandahar
The next few photos are the best of what I could get out the window considerting that this is a two prop plane and there aren’t all that many windows.
coming down from the mountains.
no clue what this is
local
and then on to TK on Tuesday where the Dutch sense of humor is once again evident on Camp Holland
the lounge area
for the ……..
the TK Hilton!
mountains in the background
and in case you were wondering where all the cement comes from to build those barriers
cement plant
or the water –
blivets
and grey water ponds
aeriation pond
which looks more beautiful than it smells….
Back To Kandahar
yes, it is spray on the side of the tent
which leaves some of the larger tents looking like bumpy sandcastles.
bunks in a row
transient bunks – row upon row
Moving on to Camp Bastion
DFAC Entry
Billeting area, also half-rounds referred to as Pods –
sports, courts and huts
and flights coming in day and night.
inbound
Keep the blogs coming! And the links to the photos – what amazing scenery
Just looked at your photos, fascinating! In English, we say “X” marks the spot. Perhaps there it is an “E”???
Well, that E is worth researching. Stunning landscapes and fascinating photos of the living/working spaces. thanks!
Photos are great. Thanks for including me. I am enjoying the blog. Stay safe and watch out for those rocks.