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Simply People

There’s no escaping it, people just cannot help photographing people. The children are charming and the locals friendly and, generally if you ask their permission they really dont mind you taking photographs.  

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A few photos from guests

A  photo of guests with local children. Their inquisitiveness and desire to learn english are remarkable. I also found another guests photo of buffalo that I included here.

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Buffalo and the pace of life

There are very few things that give you a sense of being removed to a land far away, that has somehow beeen left behind in time, than seeing water buffalo pulling and carts. To the villagers in Thakadwara its the most … Continue reading

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Flora and Fauna

Just a few photos a customer sent us this week. The flora and fauna around Bardia are incredible, but he was particularly struck by the way the local children are so inquisistive. Also, of course he couldnt leave without photographing … Continue reading

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Dance competition

The nice thing about being part of a community,  is that we are always welcome at village dances and festivals. This dance competition was a highlight of the village annual calender and was extremely well attended. Entire schools closed so … Continue reading

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London to Kathmandu Overland Truck finds a home at Bardia Eco Lodge

The history of Bardia Eco Lodge stems from roots in overlanding, and the idea of creating something special and giving something back to the community. Most of the owners of the Lodge are formally trained environmental scientists who quickly realised … Continue reading

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Elephants walking past Bardia EcoLodge

A few photos of locals from the nearby Tharu village, a customer photographing the Park elephants as they meander past the lodge. The locality of where you stay means you can actually get very close if you wish. We have … Continue reading

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A few drinks

I’ve put up a few photos of the customer bar. We normally keep a healthy stock of beverages available for those who like to enjoy a quiet drink, whilst watching the world go by.

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Walking with Dinosaurs.

We try to put a few photos up of soemthing different on a regular basis. We had a few figures created by the locals for us, and one customer commented that from a certain view we appear to have a … Continue reading

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Guests and a few photos of the dining room

We had an overseas party join us recently, all had a fantastic time. Other guests enjoyed sight seeing and trips into the park. Have included a couple of extra photos of inside the dining hall. One of the really great things … Continue reading

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