Navin Shakya

travel

  • Road in village

    This photo was taken in 2011 in the southeastern part of Rolpa during our fieldwork, where a new road had just reached the village. The whole community was excited and hopeful, looking forward to the positive changes the road would bring. In just eight years, the village had changed a lot compared to what it More on this

  • Budhigandaki trek

    Over the course of three days, we walked roughly 50 kilometers to reach our project site—a trek that turned out to be the most scenic and enjoyable route I’ve ever taken for a hydroelectric project. This path, running alongside the Budhigandaki River, is well-known as part of the famous Larke Pass Trek. While trekkers typically More on this

  • In and around Jumla

    Jumla (Khalanga) is one of the most remote and beautiful places in the country. It’s a small, scenic town located in the flat valley of the Tila River, surrounded by hills and natural beauty. Jumla’s isolation is partly due to its geographic separation by the Kalikot district, which has long made access to the area More on this

  • Crossing the Arun River

    A permanent bridge is under construction at present at Dobhan near Num that connects Khandbari, the district headquarters of Sankhuwasabha with the remote northern parts of the district. Track has been opened to connect those remote locations, and the only way for vehicles to cross the Arun River is via ferry which is operated by More on this

  • In and around Kalinchowk Temple

    Kalinchowk Temple in Dolakha is an awesome spot for killer views, a bit of a hike, and some spiritual vibes. The temple, dedicated to the goddess Kalinchowk Bhagwati, is perched at around 3,800 m and offers stunning views of snow-covered peaks like Gaurishankar and Langtang on a clear day. We kicked off our day bright More on this

  • Birds of Lamabagar

    Birdwatching becomes an incredibly enjoyable experience, especially when equipped with a superzoom camera.  It’s even more exciting when a diverse range of bird species visits the area, creating a fascinating scene for any bird enthusiast.  Recently, we ventured to Lamabagar along the banks of the Tamakoshi River with the Canon PowerShot SX50HS to capture some More on this

  • Crossing the Solu River

    Geotechnical investigations are among the most challenging aspects of hydropower development in Nepal due to not only the country’s complex geology and outdated technology, but also difficulty in accessing those remote sites. The difficulties in reaching these locations often feel like adventure sports. In this instance, we crossed the flooded Solu River using a rope More on this

  • An accident

    Sometimes the extraordinary events happen that define our life and death.  We were cruising along the highway when, out of nowhere, our driver lost control of the vehicle. It skidded off the road and crashed into a nearby drainage canal. In that split second, everything went blank. One of our team members was seriously injured, More on this

  • Travelling alone

    As I journeyed through the countryside, I found myself counting trees and noting every milestone we passed. The sunset at the horizon was breathtaking, the sight of cattle returning home in large groups was heartwarming, and the vast expanse of water at the Koshi Barrage was simply stunning.  —- Despite being a good sleeper, I More on this