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Elise in the Himalayas, inspired by Alexandra David-Néel

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Video. This woman is recreating expeditions by forgotten female adventurers

Updated: 28/04/2022 - 18:14 GMT+2

Elise Wortley is following in the footsteps of history’s forgotten female explorers to prove adventure can be for anyone.

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