The White Gumba, Kathmandu!

The White Gumba a.k.a Seto Gumba in the local language

Situated about 3 kilometers west from the monkey temple Swayambhu, the White Gumba (Seto Gumba) is also known as Druk Amitabh Monastery. A monastery dedicated to female monks or "Ani", is only open to the general public on Saturdays. 

Approximately 1450 meters above sea level, view from this monastery is breathtaking with the city on the front and the beautiful white Himalayas at the backdrop. Above all, the view of the sunrise and the sunsets is specially

As Kathmandu sleeps

As Kathmandu slept, i tried a little random light painting by my shaking my camera :)

A more detailed project of Light Painting in Kathmandu coming shortly... Hope that will be amazing to see as much as how exciting it is planning for it :)

Places to go in Kathmandu - Garden of Dreams

THE GARDEN OF DREAMS...

Once a private garden of Kaiser Shumsher J.B Rana, the Garden of Dreams is now open to the public. Located within the walls of the Kaiser Mahal, adjacent to the Ministry of Education, this is a much sought-after oasis of calm and well maintained greenery. Although recently restored, most of its neo-classical architecture and water bodies such as the central lily pond have been preserved. Its is self sustained through the collected entrance fees along with the cafe and bar within its property. This garden welcomes both locals and foreigners alike within its walled compound, inviting them to take a break from the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu and get lost in serenity. 

Photography in Kathmandu 101: The inescapable walk

Photography in Kathmandu 101: The inescapable walk: Meet Pasang. He just turned 12 this year. He is the tallest and the oldest in his class. He studies in class 5. Being the oldest of 5 sib...

The inescapable walk

Meet Pasang. He just turned 12 this year. He is the tallest and the oldest in his class. He studies in class 5. Being the oldest of 5 siblings, he just recently had the chance to resume school. His dad works as a farm hand and his mother takes care of the two cows and a few goats they have. His school is slightly over 8km away from his home. Even though

Kathmandu - Diversified

A Buddhist Ghumba near Chowbar, Kathmandu

Residential area seen from near the White Gumba

Green Valley, Kathmandu

Kathmandu - an introduction

Kathamandu, lying in the lap of the Himalayas, is a paradise for Photography enthusiasts. Kathmandu is truely a gold mine because you will see something new and something different every way you turn.