Walking through the small streets of Bakthapur, a small vista catches my eye. Here a number of women sit idly weaving wool. The orange colour of the wool is central to happiness and strength here. The orange rhododendrons colour the land and the people.
The picture gives you a glimpse into the daily life of Nepali people, which for me is a reminder of 'slow living'. Handicrafts, which you do with company and without hurry. The wool comes from local animals, goats, sheep and yaks and is also coloured with natural sources, like those cheerfully coloured flowers. And the handicrafts are sold to tourists in the small boutiques. Everything is made locally and sustainably!
Nepal is a country with many kind and patient people. The mountains take centre stage here, both for the locals and the many travellers who attempt to climb them. Bakthapur is a short motorbike ride from the capital Katmandu and is like a beautiful open-air museum to walk through!
When I was 4 years old, I got my first own camera in December, the roll filled up in one afternoon and I still have the picture of my father and dog. In every friends book I wrote that I wanted to be a photographer later, and.. Read more…
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