When some friends announced their upcoming months long trip to Nepal, I was immediately transported back to its colourful streets clouded with incense. As soon as I arrived home, I browsed through my photo collection to relive my Nepalese journey. I could almost feel the fresh mountain air filling up my lungs and hear a distant “Ohm-ing”. I thought about the captivating myths and stories on super natural beings and Buddhist/Hindu gods.
Originally, Nepal wasn’t my destination of choice, if it was up to me, I would have chosen to dance samba and drink caipirinhas in Rio, but I was expected on the other side of the world, so I put my wish on hold. I wasn’t particularly psyched to explore Nepal, it was the exact opposite of what I was craving; passion, beaches and loud uplifting music. Despite having heard only great things about the “roof of the world”, I expected to be bored with all that peace and serenity -sometimes I wonder who the hell I was…
I never regretted going to Nepal, it was a destination that surprised me in many ways. Looking back at the pictures now, I start dreaming of going back. I’ve seen most of the attractions, so I’d just go back to… BE. I should only be so lucky to catch a whiff of that pure, crisp air!
serenity in the morning
wise “Baba” giving blessings and life advice
morning prayers
animal sacrifice as part of religion
prayer flags
Boudhanath in Kathmandu
laundry in the clouds
enchanted forest
finding religion on the summit of a mountain
The Himalayas
lake in Pokhara
soaking up the energy around the temples
prayers wheels
classic-and illegal- mode of transportation: on bus rooftops
children making offerings
guardians of the temples
riding the elephant temple guard
Is Nepal on your wish list or are you indifferent? If you’ve been, what did you think?
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Nepal has never been at the top of my wish list, but I’m adding you to the ever-growing list of people who has nothing but positive things to say about the place. It looks like the perfect place to go and unwind!
Indeed, great for unwinding and mediation. But also for trekking and some adrenaline sports like rafting, paragliding. I’d say, you have to be in “the mood” for Nepal…
Hoewel ik er wel voor koos naar Nepal te gaan, heeft het land me ook verbaasd. Dat land is zo bijzonder..Bergen, steden, natuurparken…. Dat ge-Oh ma ne pha ne hoem…. hoor ik ook gelijk als ik aan Nepal denk 😉 Prachtig land…
Hilarisch: “Oh-ma ne pha ne hoem”… Altijd en overal, heerlijk.
I love Nepal because anywhere you go it is beautiful, unique, rough and fragile all at the same time.
Also because most people do the Annapurna or Basecamp trekking its very easy to stay away from the backpacking crowd as well.
Wow, what fabulous photos! Sometimes it is amazing how we can end up in a place we hadn’t thought we’d ever be and then it turns out to just be what we needed. I always try to remind myself to Be Where I Am. It’s harder than it sounds, but it is essential for travel. Sometimes travel is a great catalyst for this to actually happen. I am going to Nepal in a few weeks, and this has me very excited. I’m looking forward to that crisp air, especially after 2 months in Mumbai (nothing but pollution and strong smells!). Thank you for this!
So true, Colleen! Being “in the now” is the way to go and travel does help to learn that attitude. I think Nepal will do you good after India! 😀 Enjoy to the max!!
Oh your pictures are fab. I definitely want to go to Nepal one day.
Thanks Ceri!
I love Nepal! looking at your photos just made me take a momentary trip back there in my head. great post!
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Thanks Celyn!