Mahabir Pun (born January 22, 1955) is a Nepali scientist, social entrepreneur, teacher, and innovator best known for his pioneering work in bringing wireless Internet connectivity to remote villages of Nepal and for founding the National Innovation Center (NIC). His relentless dedication to technology-driven rural development has earned him national and international recognition, including the
The flight from Kathmandu to Lukla is more than just a journey; it’s the thrilling start of a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to the Everest region. As the gateway to Mount Everest Base Camp, Tenzing-Hillary Airport in Lukla serves as the crucial entry point for trekkers and climbers from around the globe. This comprehensive guide provides everything
Getting There I had always heard that Pikey Peak (4,065m) was one of the best spots to see Everest, but I didn’t fully believe it until I went there myself. The adventure began with a quick 35-minute flight from Kathmandu to Phaplu, a small airport in Solukhumbu. From there, we rode motorcycles for about five
Soaring above the world’s tallest peaks is a dream for many travelers, and Nepal offers the perfect opportunity with its scenic mountain flights. These flights provide an unforgettable aerial view of Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, and other iconic Himalayan giants—all in just one hour! If you’re short on time or unable to trek, a mountain flight in Nepal is the
Dr. Sanduk Ruit, often called the “God of Sight,” is a globally acclaimed ophthalmologist from Nepal known for restoring eyesight to hundreds of thousands of people suffering from cataract blindness. Through his revolutionary low-cost surgical techniques, humanitarian vision, and institutional legacy, he has brought light into the lives of the world’s poorest communities. This is
Kumari Ghar (also called Kumari Chowk) is a revered three-story traditional brick-and-wood building located in Kathmandu Durbar Square, Nepal. It is the residence of the Royal Kumari, the Living Goddess of Nepal, who is considered an incarnation of Taleju Bhawani, the patron deity of the royal Malla and Shah dynasties. This building is a living
Hanuman Dhoka is a historic royal palace complex located in Kathmandu Durbar Square, in the heart of the old city. It served as the royal palace of the Malla kings of Kathmandu and later the Shah dynasty after the unification of Nepal. A masterpiece of Newar architecture, Hanuman Dhoka stands today as a symbol of
Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah (born 1947) was the 12th and final King of Nepal. His reign is one of the most dramatic in Nepalese history — bookended by his unexpected rise to the throne after the 2001 Royal Palace Massacre, and the end of the 240-year Shah monarchy in 2008. Gyanendra’s time on the throne
Dipendra Bir Bikram Shah (1971–2001) was the Crown Prince of Nepal and officially the 11th King of Nepal for three days while in a coma following the Royal Palace Massacre. His life is one of the most mysterious and controversial chapters in Nepal’s modern history. Allegedly responsible for the mass killing of his family, his
Birendra Bir Bikram Shah (1945–2001) was the tenth King of Nepal, reigning from 1972 until his tragic death in the Royal Palace Massacre of 2001. He is remembered as a peaceful, democratic, and reform-minded monarch who played a key role in Nepal’s transition from absolute monarchy to constitutional monarchy in 1990. His reign witnessed historic