Mustang Nostalgia: A Two-Decade Odyssey from January 7

By A Staff Reporter,Kathmandu, Jan. 3: The Gehendra Dhimal Foundation, in partnership with the US Embassy in Kathmandu, is organising Mustang Nostalgia: A Two-Decade Odyssey, a panoramic photo exhibition from January 7.

The exhibition will be held at Nepal Art Council, Babar Mahal till January 14. 

 According to a press statement issued by Gehendra Dhimal Foundation, the exhibition will showcase an exceptional collection of 30 panoramic photographs by lens-based artist Kishor Kayastha, capturing the beauty and transformation of the Mustang region over the last two decades. 

Kishor Kayastha’s two-decade-long exploration of Mustang is reflected in his panoramic photographs.

The exhibition will also feature photographs of the US Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) project sites in the Mustang region. 

AFCP has played a pivotal role in the restoration and preservation of monasteries and chortens in Mustang, as well as other temples, monuments, and cultural sites throughout Nepal. Through the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation, 28 cultural heritage restoration/preservation projects have been awarded funding totalling over $4.54 million over the past two decades. 

Michael Harker, Chief of Public Affairs at the US Embassy in Kathmandu, highlighted, “The AFCP’s work in Mustang demonstrates the United States’ commitment to preserving Nepal’s cultural heritage. This exhibition brings the timeless beauty of Mustang to a wider audience, promoting greater appreciation and understanding,” read the press release. 

Gautam Dhimal, Chairperson of the Gehendra Dhimal Foundation, expressed the broader significance of the event: “Mustang  Nostalgia: Two-Decade Odyssey is not just an exhibition; it is a bridge that connects travellers, photographers, tourists, students, and nature lovers to the heart of Mustang. By documenting the region’s landscapes and the challenges it faces due to climate change, this exhibition encourages reflection on the delicate balance between progress and preservation, inspiring future exploration and conservation efforts.”