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The Boudha An illustration of Boudhanath Stupa: devotees, pilgrims, and locals circumambulating the monumental dome of the Great Stupa in Kathmandu, Nepal. Boudha—affectionately known as Boudhanath Stupa, Jarung Kashor , or Khasti Mahachaitya —stands as one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this iconic landmark is both a vital spiritual sanctuary and a premier magnet for travelers exploring Kathmandu. Ever since I moved to Nepal in 2025 to teach English at North Pole Boarding High School in Jibjibe, Rasuwa—thanks to a wonderful opportunity from Mr. Krishna Bahadur Tamang—I had been longing to visit the Kathmandu Valley. So, after four busy months in Ji...

The Man Who Filmed Wildlife: A Journey Into The World of Dr. Robin Banerjee An artistic illustration depicting biodiversity champion and filmmaker Dr. Robin Banerjee peering through his iconic Arriflex 16ST 16mm celluloid movie camera. Immersed in the dense jungles of Kaziranga, he captures the majestic one–horned rhinoceros—the very creature that stole his heart and inspired a lifelong mission of global wildlife conservation. If there were more Robin Banerjees in the world, it would be a better place. — David Shepherd Long before eco-tourism and digital wildlife channels existed, pioneer filmmaker Dr. Robin Banerjee braved the world's most perilous terrains with heavy celluloid cameras to capture the ...