Himalaya Mountains Collection (#2)

White-throated kingfisher, Halcyon smymensis
Number 6 of 61 watercolour drawings of birds from the Himalaya Mountains in the collection of Lady Mary Bentinck. Artist unknown, date 1833, Library & Archives ref: Z88 f BEN Date: 1833

Grey-winged blackbird, Turdus boulboul
Number 3 of 61 watercolour drawings of birds from the Himalaya Mountains in the collection of Lady Mary Bentinck. Artist unknown, date 1833, Library & Archives ref: Z88 f BEN Date: 1833

Blue whistling thrush, Myoponus caeruleus
Number 2 of 61 watercolour drawings of birds from the Himalaya Mountains in the collection of Lady Mary Bentinck. Artist unknown, date 1833, Library & Archives ref: Z88 f BEN Date: 1833

Snow beds in the Th lonok Valley, Himalayas
Lithograph from Himalayan Journals by Joseph Dalton Hooker

Asia, India, Ladakh, Nun-Kun Peak. A bright dusting of snow covers Nun-Kun Massif, in the Zanskar Valley of India

Asia, India, Ladakh, Pensila. Jagged boulders line the floor of Zanskar Valley in the Pensila area, India

Asia, India, Ladakh, Pensila. Pensila Glacier cuts a cold, white swath through the Zanskar Valley, India

Asia, India, Ladakh, Padum. Late light illuminates the snowy tops of the Himalayas in the Padum area of Zanskar Valley, India

Asia, India, Ladakh, Karsha. A close-up of a strikingly carved brass figure hides the Himalayas, in Karsha Gompa, Zanskar Valley, India

Asia, India, Ladakh, Karsha. Carved and decorated mani stones lie upended in Karsha Gompa, Zanskar Valley, India

Asia, India, Ladakh, Zanskar Valley. Mani stones, with their smooth sides and carved prayers, contrast with the jagged peaks around Zanskar Valley, India

Asia, India, Darjeeling. Buddhist monks at Ghoom Monastery are dwarfed by their enormous, ornately-decorated brass horns, in Darjeeling, India

Lhasa, Tibet, satellite image
Lhasa, Tibet, 3D satellite image. North is towards upper left. Lhasa (elevation 3650 metres) is one of the highest cities in the world

Trekker crossing a mountain stream, Ama Dablam, 6812m, behind, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

High altitude flowers, Ama Dablam in background, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Chukhung resort and Ama Dablam, 6812m, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Valley in the Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Periche, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Imja Lake, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Gorak Shep lodges, Kala Pattar and Pumori, 7165m, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Hikers trekking near Machherma, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Sunset on Ama Dablam, 6812m, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Cho La Pass, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Stars above Mount Everest, 8850m, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Khumbu glacier, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Trekkers below the The Western Cwm glacier at Everest Base Camp, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Lingtren, 6697m, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Sunset on Mount Everest, 8850m, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Mountain scenery on flight to Lukla, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Mountain stream and Ama Dablam, 6812m, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Ice climbing in Chukhung Valley, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

View from Gokyo Ri, 5483m, Gokyo, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Gokyo, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Yak on a trail, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

View of Cholatse, 6440m, from Gokyo Ri, 5483m, Gokyo, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Trekkers looking at the Western Cwm glacier, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Yak on a trail below Kala Pattar and Pumori, 7165m, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Aerial photo of the Himalayas with the worlds third highest mountain, Kanchenjunga, Bhutan, Asia

The Paro Tsong, old castle, with the Himalaya mountains in the background, Bhutan, Asia

Mountain landscape, Pele La (Pass), Bhutan, Himalayas, Asia

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"Captivating Beauty and Spiritual Serenity: Exploring the Majestic Himalaya Mountains" Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of the Himalaya Mountains, where prayer flags flutter at the Everest Base Camp sign in Solu Khumbu Everest Region. These vibrant flags, adorned with sacred mantras and prayers, carry wishes for peace and prosperity to all who pass by. As you ascend Gokyo Ri at 5483m, a breathtaking panorama unfolds before your eyes. Prayer flags dance in the wind, framing an enchanting view of Mount Everest towering at 8850m. The sheer magnitude of this majestic peak leaves you humbled and filled with wonder. Witnessing climbers on the summit ridge of Island Peak (6189m) against the backdrop of Ama Dablam (6812m) is a testament to human determination and courage. Mountain guides fearlessly traverse treacherous crevasses as they lead their companions towards new heights. Exploring Sagarmatha National Park reveals hidden gems like ancient Mani stones etched with Buddhist prayers. These sacred stones hold spiritual significance for locals and serve as reminders of their deep-rooted traditions amidst nature's grandeur. Nature enthusiasts will be delighted by encounters with exotic bird species such as Jacobin Cuckoo and Common Hill Myna that grace these mountains with their melodious songs. Their presence adds harmony to an already serene environment. As dusk descends upon this mystical landscape, witness a mesmerizing sunset casting its golden glow on Mount Everest. The tranquil ambiance created by fading light evokes a sense of tranquility that can only be found in this remote corner of Nepal's Solu Khumbu region. In this land where spirituality intertwines seamlessly with natural wonders, monasteries stand as silent witnesses to centuries-old traditions. Nicholas Roerich's masterpiece "A Monastery in the Himalayas" captures both architectural splendor and profound serenity, transporting you to a bygone era.