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A Yeti Airlines flight crashes in Nepal's Pokhara, killing at least 69 people on January 1.
In 1999, Bhutan became the first country to prioritize Gross National Happiness over Gross Domestic Product as a measure of national success.
At 13, Erchema prepares for womanhood in a matrilineal society where her grandmother, age 70, leads the family and decides inheritance.
Everest grows a quarter of an inch each year, despite the intense erosion caused by the summer monsoon and other natural forces.
In Nepal's Himalayas, a young boy joins honey hunters battling giant bees and sheer cliffs.
Residents in Ladakh create ice stupas to combat water scarcity in the Himalayas.
Kiangs, or Tibetan wild asses, thrive on nutrient-poor diets in the Himalayas' winter.
Yarchagumba, a rare herb harvested in Dolpa, Nepal, plays a crucial role in local economies and the funding of the Maoist uprising amid harsh living conditions.
India and China clash in Ladakh, resulting in 20 soldiers' deaths during hand-to-hand combat.
India records nearly 150,000 road deaths each year, with the Delhi-Meerut Expressway being one of the deadliest, averaging over 1,000 fatalities annually.
Two Buddhist monks from Zanskar lead 17 impoverished children through the Himalayas to secure an education and preserve Tibetan culture, inspired by the Dalai Lama.
Chandigarh features an American-style grid system laid out by French planner Le Corbusier, contrasting sharply with the chaotic streets of other Indian cities.
On May 28, 2007, Indian security forces shot at Bhutanese refugees attempting to cross the Nepal-India border, resulting in one death and hundreds of injuries.
On June 1, 2001, Crown Prince Dipendra killed ten members of the Nepalese royal family in a massacre that changed the country forever.
Eight years of visits to Native American communities shaped Aaron Huey's photography, capturing life in the shadow of historical trauma.
A 16-year-old boy has meditated for seven months without food or water, attracting hundreds of pilgrims to a forest sanctuary in Nepal.
8,000 Maoist guerrillas stormed the town of Joomla, firebombing 28 government buildings and robbing a bank during a civil war that has claimed 8,000 lives.
Tundrup faces his last migration in the Himalayas, deciding between city life and staying in Karnak.
A Sherpa explains that climbers pay $6,500 each for a trip to the north col of Mount Everest, while an expedition to the summit costs $35,000.
A professional mountain guide in Jackson, Wyoming, reflects on the uncertainty of mountain conditions and the risks involved in climbing.
Zanskar, a remote region in the Himalayas, features a perilous 120-kilometer trek along the Chaddar river, highlighting the resilience of its inhabitants.
Each year, around 60 children are adopted from Nepal to the United States and Europe, often under questionable circumstances involving illegal trafficking.
1 in 10 climbers die attempting to reach the summit of Everest, where the air is three times thinner than at sea level.
Dependra Gaja, the royal elephant, protects Tharu villages in Nepal's Chitwan reserve.
On June 1, 2001, Crown Prince Dipendra killed ten members of the Nepalese royal family before turning the gun on himself, leading to a crisis in the monarchy.
The Tasmanian Devil, a unique carnivorous marsupial native to Australia, is explored through its scavenging habits, diet, and cultural significance in local folklore.
Once a year, mahouts prune k-pak trees in Chitwan National Park, ensuring that the 22 elephants in the reserve can eat their fill without harming the forest.
More than 70% of Bhutanese still have no electricity, yet the country embraces a unique focus on Gross National Happiness as it opens to the world.
Chitwan National Park now attracts over 100,000 visitors each year, with many riding elephants to experience the region's wildlife and natural beauty.
Footprints measuring 32 inches long and 15 inches wide were discovered by an Indian army expedition in the Himalayas on April 9, 2019.
Ladakh in Kashmir highlights Tibetan culture and Buddhist meditation practices today.
The Kumbh Mela in Haridwar attracts 7 million Hindus for sacred bathing rituals.
China's territorial claims from the Himalayas to the sea raise regional tensions.
China's military showcases power amid ongoing border disputes with India and others.
The Gurung tribe uses elaborate methods to gather honey in the Himalayas every Tuesday and Sunday.
Over 1,000 villages in Uttarakhand, India, are abandoned as residents leave due to changing monsoon patterns and the impacts of climate change.
Seven million people gather in Haridwar for the Kumbh Mela, where many believe bathing in the Ganges offers a chance at immortality.
Tsephel, a young shepherdess in Sking, sacrifices school to help her family survive.
