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Study Tour to LA -Tarkeshwar: A Journey of Learning, Nature, and Reflection

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This story begins with a special study tour we organized for students: one that became unforgettable for everyone. Tour Planning and Preparation Our journey officially started on Poush 19, 2082 B.S. The day before departure, we gathered at school where I presented the tour itinerary . I explained the rules, what to bring, how much extra money to carry, what clothes were needed, and most importantly - to bring enthusiasm and curiosity . I reminded them to bring pens, notebooks, and questions to ask every moment! On Poush 20, 2082 , we finally met for the tour. We were 29 students from classes 8, 9, and 10, along with 3 teachers . Even the Principal ma’am participated actively, which excited the students even more. Day 1: Chitwan National Park and Tharu Culture We left early for Chitwan National Park . I had already explained to the students what we would do, so everyone was prepared. We stopped for lunch first a delicious chicken Khana set. Our bus was comfortable with sofa seats ...
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My Last Day of 2025: From Classroom to Meditation Cave

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Today is the last day of 2025, and it has become one of the most memorable days of my year. I woke up early in the morning with many plans in my mind. As planned, I went to college. Surprisingly, there was no teaching duty today. So, I decided to check answer sheets from the mid-term internal exam. While checking, I found something shocking- one student had copied all the questions instead of writing answers! 😱 I was confused and honestly speechless. Teaching is really full of surprises. After that, I went to my office and signed some official documents, then handed them over to Kishore Dai. As a tourism student and professional, this day was even more special because it was the 27th Anniversary of Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) . I was invited to the program, so I walked from my office, Ambassador Himalaya Treks and Expedition, to NTB. I arrived there around 10:35 AM, completed the registration, collected my coupon, and began interacting with tourism professionals. Programs like this a...
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Beyond Sustainability: What Prakriti Taught Me About Regenerative Tourism

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One day, while scrolling through my feed, I came across Prakriti Resort and Organic Farm . Curious, I searched more about it and discovered that they were actively practicing sustainable tourism in Nepal . That immediately caught my attention. During my Master’s studies, my teachers often talked about sustainable tourism - how it should protect nature, support local communities, and create long-term value. But sometimes I asked myself a deeper question: Isn’t this what we are already doing at home? I come from Gunadhara , Kavre, where farming, land care, and community living are part of daily life. Many times, I wondered -  Is this tourism? Is this a business model? And why are we studying something that already exists around us? I had read and learned about many international sustainable tourism practices, but honestly, I had never experienced them closely in Nepal. That’s when Prakriti Resort felt different- real, local, and meaningful. Before this visit, Arun Shrestha Sir ...
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Discovering Pashupatinath: Where Life, Death, and Shiva Meet

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Imagine a place that's not just a temple, but a living truth , one that hits you square in the face without warning. Welcome to Pashupatinath Temple  in Kathmandu, Nepal, situated in the lush Kathmandu Valley, overlooking the sacred Bagmati River. This isn't your typical tourist spot with photo ops and souvenirs. It's a raw encounter with existence itself, where Lord Shiva , known as Bholenath, the innocent one,   doesn't just reside; he reveals  himself. If you're seeking spirituality beyond rituals, adventure in the profound, or a mirror to your own life, Pashupatinath will shake you to your core. A Temple Beyond Bricks and Bells Pashupatinath defies labels. Here, faith isn't blind ; it's wide-eyed awareness. Feel Shiva in the whispering winds, the river's gentle ripples, the rising smoke from funeral pyres, and a silence louder than chants. Worship? Forget ceremonies. It's a state of being where questions dissolve naturally. Life here isn't a ...
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The Rise of Fast-Food Ideas and the Decline of Deep Thinking in Nepal

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Today, many of the thinkers, writers, teachers, and idea-makers who once shaped society have lost their influence. The platforms where ideas were created and debated have weakened. In their place, emotional, shallow, and unstable thoughts are growing fast. We are witnessing an overgrowth of what I call cheap thinking . Ideas today appear quickly, spread fast, and disappear just as easily. They have no depth, no roots, and no long-term impact. Fast-Food Ideas, Shallow Minds Philosopher Hannah Arendt described thinking as a slow and lonely process- one that grows through self-reflection and inner struggle. That kind of thinking takes time. Unfortunately, Nepal is slowly losing this ability. In the past, ideas were born in many spaces: Philosophers and intellectuals raised serious questions Political party schools debated ideology University classrooms focused on discussion, not only careers Writers and poets created metaphors for resistance and change Back then, politi...
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My First Sound Healing Experience: A Journey into Spiritual Wellness

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After the AGM of NTDEA, I sat down for a tea break with Nirajan Sir. What started as a simple conversation slowly turned into a new idea for the future of cultural tourism. We were discussing “What next?”, what new things we can offer as tourism and culture students, and how we can create experiences that truly reflect Nepal. During our conversation, Sir reminded me that I already have skills and equipment for sound healing. He encouraged me to use those skills and promote them in a meaningful way. This sparked a new thought: Why not create a cultural-wellness experience?  Nirajan Sir immediately supported the idea and said, “Let’s collaborate with NTDEA and organize a group sound bath session.” After that moment, the two of us started working step by step: Fixing a suitable date, finding a peaceful venue, searching for Dhaka fabric, getting the outfits stitched, and adding Nepali identity to everything we planned  Because we wanted the session to feel authentically Nepali, we...
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Yatra Mokshya Dhara: A Spiritual Journey to Mustang

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This journey began with a simple phone call from my MPhil/PhD classmate and respected friend, Durga Prasad Bastola Sir . He called and said, “Upadesh ji, we’re planning to go to Mustang. Please plan the tour. The budget is only NPR 10,000 per person, and there will be around 12 students and 2–3 teachers.” I started thinking - how can we make a good Mustang tour in that budget? After some calls and calculations, I prepared an itinerary and shared it with him. Later, on October 13, 2025 , Kedar Sir and I went to his school to finalize details. The number of participants had grown to over 20 people , which was great news! By October 15 , we signed the agreement between Ambassador Himalaya Treks & Expedition and Swarnadeep School , confirming a 4-day educational and spiritual journey to Mustang. Day 1: Kathmandu to Pokhara Our journey started early morning on October 16 . I called my bus driver, Bishnu Dai , and we left Balaju Chowk at 6 AM for the school. There, I met my friend ...
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