id="mod_28360539">Nepal: A Colorful Mix of Cultures

The population of Nepal is a like a group of tribes — generally known as castes — who co-exist (though not all the time peacefully) and intermingle, but they are nonetheless very distinct. A melting pot it is not.

Included in the combination are three foremost ethnic teams and greater than forty castes talking over one hundred languages. There are also Tibetan refugees, Buddhist monks from the entire world, transplants and seasonal staff from India, and Western expats residing full-time within the country.

Nepali folks usually put on colorful clothes and, to my Western eyes, are quite exotic. I was fascinated by the myriad of cultures and customs, often so different from my very own.

I’m not a photographer per se, however I did get hooked on taking pictures while I was in Nepal for 3 months. At first, I used to be very shy about taking photos of individuals, but I gained confidence and, I dare say, some talent as time went on. The following are a handful of the lots of of photos of the Nepali folks I took throughout my stay. I hope you’ll take pleasure in these photographs.

All images on this web page are the property of Deb Kingsbury–that can be me–and will not be used for any objective with out permission. Be at liberty to contact me through my profile hyperlink if you’d like to use something here, and I’ll almost certainly say yes, so long as credit and a hyperlink are given.

Individuals of Nepal…. – A Holy Man (or is he?) at Boudha Stupa in Kathmandu, Nepal

This can be a sadu or holy man. Or he appears to be, that is. I used to be advised there are "fakes," who gown that way for better luck with panhandling. I am unable to say for positive if he was the true thing or not. Then again, to me, it did not really matter.

An old Buddhist monk at Bouhda Stupa in Kathmandu.

Make that a nun? I have been corrected by someone who’s actually spoken to this girl on the stupa on more than one occasion, discovering her in the identical spot a year later.

I took another photograph of this individual on a unique day, sporting a vivid blue, knit Nike cap. In that image, she’s sitting in the identical place, carrying her robes and holding prayer beads precisely the same manner.

This was also taken at Boudha Stupa in Kathmandu. I don’t know what she was looking at or what her reaction means.

Two ladies, a child, and a tailor in Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal. I did not see the individual in shadow within the doorway after i took the image.

Just past this quiet sq., the road was filled with individuals,bicycles, mopeds, vehicles, canines and even an occasional chicken.

I like this little girl’s smile. I pointed to my camera, gesturing to ask her permission, and she smiled even wider.

I took this photograph of the Nepali youngster while stuck in traffic. I was in a sweltering taxi, on the way to the airport in Kathmandu to fly to the smaller metropolis of Pokhara. I didn’t have a lot time to spare when i finally acquired to the airport.

Not an uncommon scene in Kathmandu, I am afraid. This was taken at the temple Boudha Stupa.

I was told this man, like a number of others seen panhandling in the world, had leprosy, but I don’t know if that was true.

Taken in Kathmandu. I assumed a mother or father or guardian was close by, but I did not see anyone obviously watching him.

A Nepali pal told me that it isn’t uncommon for folks to put their small kids along the streets to panhandle (or simply sit subsequent to a dish to gather money), whereas Mom or Dad watches from nearby. Apparently, they want the youngsters to look like orphans so as to gain sympathy … and cash. I did discover a bit plate subsequent to (to the fitting in the photograph) this little boy, but there was nothing in it, so I am not sure if that was for donations.

A man prays at Boudha Stupa. He would stand up, gesture, take a step, lie down, and so forth, continuing around the stupa a number of times.

I saw this identical sort of worship going on even when the stupa was extremely crowded. Individuals would just stroll past and even step over those mendacity down.

A Nepali man and his prayer beads

I really like this second between mates.

Taken at Boudha Stupa in Kathmandu. To me, that is one in every of my best shots.

Plowing rice paddies in Pokhara, Nepal. These are water buffalo.

As my friends and that i had been hiking up a steep hill overlooking Phewa Lake, we walked alongside terraced rice paddies in various phases of development. Some, like this one, have been just being ready for re-planting, while others were ready for harvest, and others but have been nonetheless growing.

Rice paddy planting in Pokhara

A Guide To Nepal’s Tradition – I want I’d read this Earlier than I went to Nepal….

…but it surely was fascinating to read by way of a good friend’s copy once i got back. I did lots of nodding and learned extra about what I might experienced when I used to be there.

Nepal – Tradition Smart!: The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture

One reviewer writes: "I purchased this e book earlier than traveling to Nepal on a medical mission earlier this year. If you solely have time to read one ebook about Nepal-this needs to be the one! Written by a woman who lived in Nepal for two years,Ms.Feller captures everything it’s essential to know to arrange you for the tradition of this fascinating country. Had I not read the book, I’d have been unaware of the importance of unusual details i.e. extra lengthy fingernail,physique language-sideways rocking of the pinnacle,and so on. The book is small and easy to pack. Miller22

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Dharavi: One of the World’s Largest Slumsby Shaloo Walia10

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Feedback or Questions about Nepal Or My Photos?

That outdated monk is actually an previous lady:) I spoke to her once during my go to to Kathmandu after which as soon as extra the following journey next yr, and each occasions found her in that same spot.

Ecking

Looks like an interesting journey. I used to work with Nepali refugees. One sweet story was when a Nepali women got here to the U.S. and waited years for her fiance, who additionally applied as a refugee, for him to return to the United States. It was quite the love story.

VineetBhandari

Thank you for sharing your beautiful images

Gayle Dowell

7 years ago from Kansas

Planning a visit to Nepal. Excited to experience the culture. And I will be taking my digital camera!

Thanks for sharing these wonderful pictures of Nepal.

Returned to Bless

Thanks for sharing your stunning pictures on Squidoo.

I actually enjoyed reading this lens.

Truthmusica

"7 Highlighting Guidelines for the Perfect Glow , Thanx quite a bit for this one……….

Improbable photos. I am from UK and love strolling in mountains. Would love to visit Nepal sooner or later

Blackspaniel1

Nice lens

wolvyz

A diverse place with a various inhabitants. This country would certainly be a heaven on earth if it weren’t for these political problems going on commonly.

siobhanryan

Stunning images, great lens

Einar A

An interesting glimpse at this land and its people. I especially preferred your image of the man utilizing water buffalo to plow the rice paddy.

BenJacklin LM

fascinating, great snaps!

EcoPottiJo

Beautiful pics of the Nepal that I beloved when I was there.

poutine

Sensible pictures. Not the run of the mill type.

TravelDiaries

Wonderful pictures….wish you had much more…..

vkumar05

Great images, Awesome Lens.

cmadden

Great lens, great photographs!

Lindrus

You may have some fantastic pictures here! Love your lens! Thanks

jackieb99

LOVE your pics! It’s a rustic I might love to visit.

Heather Burns

9 years ago from Wexford, Eire

Lovely pictures of Nepal! I’ve at all times wanted to go there myself. Though my fascination is extra with India:)

Ronald Tucker

9 years in the past from Louisville, Kentucky

Wonderful picture gallery that captures among the day by day lifestyles that one can discover in the ancient metropolis of Kathmandu and surrounding countryside.

CoeGurl

These are great photographs of the people of Nepal. Usually we don’t see the faces of the people on travel web pages, so that is an actual deal with.

Mary Norton

9 years in the past from Ontario, Canada

Reminds me of our keep in Nepal. We had a lot enjoyable there.

Wednesday-Elf

9 years ago from Savannah, Georgia

Lovely pictures! You might be right about the ‘colorful’ clothes worn by the Napali people. My favourite pictures are the ones in the rice paddies.

MagnoliaTree

Thanks for sharing your pictures– they deliver again so many memories and feelings! Once i went to Kathmandu there were no mobile phones or digital cameras– and my cameras and flashlights always seemed to die straight away! 🙂 The individuals had been so nice and peaceful– so totally different from the Calcutta that I flew out of!

9 years in the past from Colorado

Very fascinating and compelling. Nepal is on my quick record, and has been for some time, in terms of locations I wish to expertise in my lifetime. Really enjoyed the stories embedded in your pictures. What an incredible journey you may have had! Thanks for sharing it.

Thanks for sharing such a lovely lens about the people of Nepal. The photos are stunning giving a glimpse of the culture of Nepal. My very own ancestral village is on the border of India and Nepal with river flowing in between and the majestic snow clad mountains of Himalayas could be seen very near.

WANDERINGWONDER1

I love this lens! hihihi! learned so much and noticed numerous issues. The outdated man mendacity face down on the road is definitely praying. That’s simple for him to do, wait till you see a few of them who does that on the slope of a mountain via a cross… actually for kilometers at a time and you’ll be amazed at what man can actually do. I might like this lens coz I actually prefer it.

Not many culture like these exist within the age of capitalism and media. The primary query that we would all not be asking as soon as in Nepal could be "the place’s the distant?" and the first statement we’d all be used to saying could be "Brrr! The waters too cold!" I’m wondering if I’d survive a easy life with out tv and all the pieces. The final time I worked in a place where I had no television I only stayed for three months as a substitute of a yr… I believe I wouldn’t be capable to make it out the airport in Nepal… 😀

And sure… I missed your critiques… 😀

mivvy

beautiful images. Your lens provides a wonderful impression of nepal

malloryjane

Superior! I really like photographs that seize individuals in their ingredient, and you did an excellent job of this. Thank you so much for sharing!

dustytoes

Lovely footage – thank you for sharing!

Nathalie Roy

10 years in the past from France (Canadian expat)

Nepal at all times seems so colorful! I really like the two associates one, I don’t suppose they have been aware of you taking the image, it seems to be very pure

Bambi Watson

Spectacular Photos Deb! 🙂

Kathy McGraw

10 years ago from California

Oh I loved this. You may have captured some nice photos showing a wide range of actions. I can not wait to see your ebook, and really you most likely have enough data for a number of articles too 🙂

I-sparkle

Have you written any books? Great footage, the photography is exemplary on this lens.

It felt like I just took a trip there, wow wonderful pictures on this Lens!! This supplies data. on a country that is offen forgot about, Nice Work!!

irenemaria

10 years ago from Sweden

I like your images! Colours, events, individuals and country!

oztoo lm

Hey your pictures look just wonderful to me. A neighborhood lady here has simply returned from a visit to Nepal and I’m trying forward to seeing her pictures and hearing about her travels too.

religions7

Great photos. I might say you are a photographer 🙂

Indigo Janson

10 years ago from UK

Thanks for sharing these wonderful pictures! You may have an actual eye for an excellent shot.

Jack

A few years ago, a woman from Nepal bought hired where I worked. She informed the those that worked there all in regards to the nation. She solely labored there a couple of yr. Your photos are beautiful.

ssuthep

Nepal is actually an enchanting place. Though I’ve spent many years in India and have trekked across the mountains close to Nepal, I’ve never truly visited the nation. Hopefully I can go to sometime quickly. Great info here and very properly introduced.

Terrific lens. Informative and so properly illustrated.

Peregrina LM

"7 Highlighting Guidelines for the Perfect Glow love your pictures! They’re actually beautiful.

Beautiful pictures Deb. I beloved being able to see the people of Nepal here.

That should have been a big culture shock so that you can go there. It would be for me.

Mary Beth Granger

10 years in the past from O’Fallon, Missouri, USA

Fantastic pictures! You really captured the folks of Nepal!