Publications

  • Corner of a Foreign Field The British Cemetery at Kathmandu
    Author: Dr Mark F Watson and Dr Andrew R Hall Editor : Lisa Choegyal Publisher :Vajra Books Date of Published: 2021  Language : English Download Url:
  • Nepal Remembered, Historical Images from Dirgha Man and Ganesh Man Chitrakar
    Nepal Remembered contains a previously unpublished collection of images by Dirgha Man Chitrakar (1877–1951)and Ganesh Man Chitrakar (1916–1985), court artists and photographers employed to record significant historical moments of political and cultural change during the reclusive Shah and Rana regimes. Their direct descendent, art historian Cristeena, with her brother Swaraj…

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  • Everest Reflections on the Solukhumbu
    ‘Mountain tourism, trekking and climbing, has changed sherpa lives since we took “last step” on Everest in 1978. They have become great mountaineers, and today i would like to see Sherpas take over the management of Sagarmatha – it is their mountain. I highly recommend this spectacular tribute to Everest…

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  • Archaeology, Cultural Heritage Protection and Community Engagement in South Asia
    Exploring archaeology, community engagement and cultural heritage protection in South Asia, this book considers heritage management strategies through community engagement, bringing together the results of research undertaken by archaeologists, heritage practitioners and policy makers working towards the preservation and conservation of both cultural and natural heritage. The book highlights the…

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  • Druk Journal Tourism in the Himalayas
    The Druk Journal contributes to Bhutan’s growth as a democracy and as a modern nation. It is a vibrant public space in which we encourage our contributors to expand our national discourse by introducing new ideas and concepts into the Bhutanese conversation. The Druk Journal contributes to Bhutan’s growth as…

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  • Nepal Himalaya: A Journey Through Time
    In this large collection of books comes this gem from Sujoy Das shot in black and white. With an excellent essay written by Lisa Choegyal, who has spent a lifetime in Nepal this book is a must have for anyone who loves the Himalayas. Excellent printing, design and drawings makes…

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  • Himalayan Trust Outdoor Appetite Cookbook
    Outdoor Appetite is a beautiful cookbook full of healthy, wholesome and delicious food recipes, stories and photographs reflecting the Himalayan Trust love for adventures and the outdoors. 100% of the price goes straight into the work of the Himalayan Trust in the Everest region of Nepal where they are helping to rebuild…

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  • The Nepal Scene: Chronicles of Elizabeth Hawley – 1988-2007 (Two Volumes)
    Born in Chicago, Illinois and educated at the University of Michigan as an historian and historiographer, Elizabeth Hawley is an American journalist who has lived in Kathmandu, Nepal since 1960, first as a Time-Life then Reuters correspondent. She managed the Himalayan Trust for Sir Edmund Hillary and was New Zealand…

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  • Afghanistan Revealed: Behind the Headlines
    The compendium not only sheds new light, but offers fresh hope. It is essential reading.’ Tim Butcher, best-selling author Hardly a day goes by without Afghanistan making headline news – but what do we really know about this complex and enigmatic country, its people, its culture and most importantly, its…

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  • Sacred Garden of Lumbini: Perceptions of Buddha’s Birthplace
    Lumbini, the Birthplace of the Lord Buddha, was inscribed on the World Heritage list in 1997. It is situated in an area commonly referred to as the Sacred Garden . Archaeological remains testify to the authenticity of the place, which has become a major pilgrimage site. Nevertheless over two and…

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  • Everest Reflections from the Top
    On 29 May 1953, Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay were the first ever to set foot on the highest point on earth: the summit of Everest. It was a magical moment. Since then many men and women have striven to reach the top of this awesome mountain, which can be…

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  • Incredible Ascents to Everest
    After seven weeks of climbing, at 11:30 a.m. on May 29, 1953, New Zealander Edmund Hillary and Nepalese Tenzing Norgay reached the top of Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world. They were the first people to ever reach the summit of Mount Everest. News of the successful climb…

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  • Kathmandu Valley Style
    Nepal is widely acclaimed for its unique art and architectural styles. The ancient palaces, temples, courtyards and streetscapes of Kathmandu Valley are protected as no less than seven World Heritage Sites. Shrines are worshipped daily as part of Nepal’s vibrant living heritage. Recent efforts to preserve the architectural heritage of…

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  • Tourism for Rural Poverty Alleviation: Lessons Learned Nepal’s Experience Implementing Sustainable Tourism Development Models
    The Tourism for Rural Poverty Alleviation Programme (TRPAP) aims to improve the livelihood of people by harnessing their participation in tourism development activities. TRPAP is active in six districts of Nepal, namely Taplejung (Kangchenjunga), Solukhumbu (Everest), Rasuwa (Langtang), Chitwan, Rupandehi (Lumbini) and Dolpa. The Programme has focussed on raising awareness…

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  • South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation Tourism Development Plan, Asian Development Bank Manila, Philippines
    Tourism is a priority sector in the South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation (SASEC) program. At its second annual meeting, the SASEC Tourism Working Group (TWG) identified the preparation of a subregional tourism masterplan as a priority and requested support from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to prepare the plan. TWG…

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  • ECOLODGES: EXPLORING OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS
    Ecotourism, which is responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people, is one of the most dynamic segments of the international travel industry. As a growing number of ecotourists plan their holidays around authentic natural and cultural experiences, they will increasingly seek…

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  • Philippines National Ecotourism Strategy
    Author:  Lisa Choegyal, Les Clark and Ross Corbett Publisher : Department of Tourism (DOT) and Department of Environment and NaturalResources(DENR) Date of Published:  2002 April Language : English ISBN-10 : 971-91303-3-4 Download Url:  
  • Bhutan National Ecotourism Strategy
    Author: Les Clark, Lisa Choegyal Publisher : WWF: , Royal Government of Bhutan, Date of Published: 2002 Language : English
  • Offerings From Nepal
    Craig Potton’s beautifully photographed tribute to Nepal portrays the Himalayan kingdom from three perspectives: the lowland Terai and its wildlife, Kathmandu, and the Himalaya and its Sherpa people. Festivals, street scenes, portraits of Nepalis, soaring mountains and remarkable wildlife, are all captured by Craig Potton’s camera. The photography is accompanied…

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  • Great Climbs
    Author: Chris Bonington , Audrey Salkeld  Contributor: Lisa Choegyal Publisher : Mitchell Beazley; Date of Published:  1994 Language : English 1840001240 Download Url:  Great Climbs
  • Insight Pocket Guides to Tibet, Bhutan, Sikkim, Sri Lanka and Kathmandu Valley Bikes and Hikes
    South Asia Editorial: Lisa Choegyal  Publisher : APA Publications Date of Published: 1992-1994 Language : English
  • Insight Pocket Guide Nepal
    Author:  Lisa Choegyal Publisher : Apa Publications, Singapore Date of Published: 1991 Language : English ISBN-10 : 0887299199 Download Url:  Insight Pocket Guide Nepal
  • Sir Edmund Hillary’s Sagarmatha (Insight Topics)
    Author: Sir Edmund Hillary Producer and Editor: Lisa Choegyal Publisher : A P A Publications Date of Published:  1991 Language : English ISBN-10 : 9624211787 Download Url:  Sagarmatha Insight Guide
  • Kathmandu Insight Guide (Insight City Guide)
    Author: Lisa Choegyal, Anderson. John Gottberg Hofer, Hans Gruisen  Publisher : A P A Publications Date of Published:  1990 January Language : English ISBN-10 : 9624211051 Download Url:  Kathmandu Insight Guide
  • Insight Guide South Asia (Nepal section)
    Author:  Lisa Choegyal Publisher :  Apa Publication Date of Published:  1988 Language : English
  • Insight Guide Nepal -1983
    Producer: Lisa Choegyal Publisher : APA Publication Date of Published:  1983 Language : English ISBN-10 : 9971925605 Download Url:   Insight Guide Nepal -1983
  • The Paintings of Ireland
    Author: The Knight of Glin and Anne Cruikshank, Editor and producer: Lisa Choegyal Publisher : Vintage, United Kingdom, London Date of Published:  1978 Language : English ISBN-10 : 0214204928   Download Url:  Painting of Ireland