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Louisa Kamal

Louisa Kamal

Louisa Kamal, a native of the UK and an MA in English literature, has spent over half of her life in Asia. She currently resides in Nepal with her partner and rescue dog, Maya, spending her time writing, taking photographs and trekking.

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    Maa:Yu Means Mothers

    by Louisa Kamal
    by Louisa Kamal

    Recently I found myself sitting with three generations of Newari ladies in a small, cosy room in Tahachal, on the opposite side…

  • Case StudyHistoryLandmark

    The Creation of Kathmandu Valley & Manjushree Myth

    by Louisa Kamal
    by Louisa Kamal

    That the Kathmandu Valley was once a lake is a well-known fact. This article examines the reality and myths behind the draining of the lake and the establishment of a rich and vibrant civilization in the resulting valley.

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    Ang Tsherin Sherpa & Identity Fluidity

    by Louisa Kamal
    by Louisa Kamal

    In 2022, Tsherin Sherpa was the first Nepali artist ever to be represented at the prestigious Venice Biennale and he has recently been appointed a trustee of the Rubin Museum of Art, New York.

  • MountainsTourism

    One Legend, Two Faces, Three Names

    by Louisa Kamal
    by Louisa Kamal

    Everest dominates the stunning Himalayan panorama seen from the Geu-la (almost 5200m) between Old Tingri and EBC, Tibet At 4:30 am one…

  • CultureHinduismTemple

    The Four Narayans of the Kathmandu Valley

    by Louisa Kamal
    by Louisa Kamal

    A priest washing sleeping Vishnu of Narayansthan of Budhanilkantha. Photo by Author For most Nepalis, Budhanilkantha is synonymous with the Hindu mandir…

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