Archive for October 26, 2009

Where’s the remotest place on Earth?

It’s official, the world’s most remote place is on the Tibetan plateau (34.7°N, 85.7°E).   From here, says Andy Nelson, a former researcher at the European Commission, it is a three-week trip to the cities of Lhasa or Korla – one day by car and the remaining 20 on foot.   Rough terrain and an [...]

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