#himalayas — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #himalayas, aggregated by home.social.
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A friend posted a photo of a book "Bird Tales From The Himalayas".
Apart from sharing a folklore, I & the group I work with organized a book launch
Apart from the eye catching cover & an association with the book I also just happen to live across from the peaks in the cover.
So photo of the book caught my eye & Iit had to be followed up.
https://www.sanctuarynaturefoundation.org/article/book-review%3A-bird-tales-from-the-himalayas
#himalayas #indiasnature #Books #TitliTrust #kalpavriksh #hHimalayanMonal #Panchachuli #Darma #Munsiari #bookCover
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What Are Some Popular Trekking Destinations in the Himalayan Region?
The Himalayan region is a dream for trekking enthusiasts, offering breathtaking landscapes, towering peaks, and a unique cultural experience. From the lush valleys of the Eastern Himalayas to the snow-capped peaks of the Western ranges, India is a top destination for trekking tours. Whether you are a seasoned trekker or a beginner looking for an adventurous trekking tour in Himalayas, this guide will help you explore the most popular trekking routes, plan your itinerary, and discover the best […] -
John Krakauer, the author of "Into Thin Air",says he wishes that he had never gone to Mt. Everest.
This is the 30th anniversary of the deadly1996 Everest disaster.
#mountainclimbing
#mteverest
#Himalayas
https://people.com/jon-krakauer-into-thin-30-anniversary-edition-interview-exclusive-11968839 -
It snowed recently in the Himalayas - late & less. A short term sense of relief is palpable, influencer videos will cover up the severe dangers as this article reminds us yet again of how bad the situation is. Across popular media we are seeing a lot of climate change writing. Will policy & political will match the urgent attention required ?
#himalayas #ClimateChange #WinterDrought #ClimateScience #HimachalPradesh #IndiasNature #HimalayaSpeaks #nature #mountains #India
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Improving Forest Loss Mapping In Nepal Using Landtrendr Time-Series And Machine Learning
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rsase.2025.101864 <-- share paper
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“HIGHLIGHTS:
• ViT-based forest mask, multispectral ensemble LandTrendr and terrain shadow mask.
• District-level RF/XGBoost model training with expert-weighted validation.
• Outperformed GFC and REDD + AI benchmarks in accuracy and F1 performance.
• RF excelled in High Mountains/Himalayas; XGBoost in the lower Mountain regions.
• NBR contributed the most; snow-impacted forest loss uncertainty was observed..."
#Forestdisturbance #forest #disturbance #remotesensing #LandTrendr #workflow #timeseries #ViT #RF #XGBoost #GEE #Nepal #ForestNepal #spatial #GIS #mapping #earthobservation #landsat #Himalayas #mountains #alpine #vegetation #AI #multispectral #monitoring #spatialanalysis #spatiotemporal #loss #change #machinelearning #NDR #conservation #planning #policy #mitagion #ecology #Karnali #Bagmati, #Darchula #Siwalik #GlobalForestChange #Degradation -
Improving Forest Loss Mapping In Nepal Using Landtrendr Time-Series And Machine Learning
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rsase.2025.101864 <-- share paper
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“HIGHLIGHTS:
• ViT-based forest mask, multispectral ensemble LandTrendr and terrain shadow mask.
• District-level RF/XGBoost model training with expert-weighted validation.
• Outperformed GFC and REDD + AI benchmarks in accuracy and F1 performance.
• RF excelled in High Mountains/Himalayas; XGBoost in the lower Mountain regions.
• NBR contributed the most; snow-impacted forest loss uncertainty was observed..."
#Forestdisturbance #forest #disturbance #remotesensing #LandTrendr #workflow #timeseries #ViT #RF #XGBoost #GEE #Nepal #ForestNepal #spatial #GIS #mapping #earthobservation #landsat #Himalayas #mountains #alpine #vegetation #AI #multispectral #monitoring #spatialanalysis #spatiotemporal #loss #change #machinelearning #NDR #conservation #planning #policy #mitagion #ecology #Karnali #Bagmati, #Darchula #Siwalik #GlobalForestChange #Degradation -
Improving Forest Loss Mapping In Nepal Using Landtrendr Time-Series And Machine Learning
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rsase.2025.101864 <-- share paper
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“HIGHLIGHTS:
• ViT-based forest mask, multispectral ensemble LandTrendr and terrain shadow mask.
• District-level RF/XGBoost model training with expert-weighted validation.
• Outperformed GFC and REDD + AI benchmarks in accuracy and F1 performance.
• RF excelled in High Mountains/Himalayas; XGBoost in the lower Mountain regions.
• NBR contributed the most; snow-impacted forest loss uncertainty was observed..."
#Forestdisturbance #forest #disturbance #remotesensing #LandTrendr #workflow #timeseries #ViT #RF #XGBoost #GEE #Nepal #ForestNepal #spatial #GIS #mapping #earthobservation #landsat #Himalayas #mountains #alpine #vegetation #AI #multispectral #monitoring #spatialanalysis #spatiotemporal #loss #change #machinelearning #NDR #conservation #planning #policy #mitagion #ecology #Karnali #Bagmati, #Darchula #Siwalik #GlobalForestChange #Degradation -
Improving Forest Loss Mapping In Nepal Using Landtrendr Time-Series And Machine Learning
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rsase.2025.101864 <-- share paper
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“HIGHLIGHTS:
• ViT-based forest mask, multispectral ensemble LandTrendr and terrain shadow mask.
• District-level RF/XGBoost model training with expert-weighted validation.
• Outperformed GFC and REDD + AI benchmarks in accuracy and F1 performance.
• RF excelled in High Mountains/Himalayas; XGBoost in the lower Mountain regions.
• NBR contributed the most; snow-impacted forest loss uncertainty was observed..."
#Forestdisturbance #forest #disturbance #remotesensing #LandTrendr #workflow #timeseries #ViT #RF #XGBoost #GEE #Nepal #ForestNepal #spatial #GIS #mapping #earthobservation #landsat #Himalayas #mountains #alpine #vegetation #AI #multispectral #monitoring #spatialanalysis #spatiotemporal #loss #change #machinelearning #NDR #conservation #planning #policy #mitagion #ecology #Karnali #Bagmati, #Darchula #Siwalik #GlobalForestChange #Degradation -
Improving Forest Loss Mapping In Nepal Using Landtrendr Time-Series And Machine Learning
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rsase.2025.101864 <-- share paper
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“HIGHLIGHTS:
• ViT-based forest mask, multispectral ensemble LandTrendr and terrain shadow mask.
• District-level RF/XGBoost model training with expert-weighted validation.
• Outperformed GFC and REDD + AI benchmarks in accuracy and F1 performance.
• RF excelled in High Mountains/Himalayas; XGBoost in the lower Mountain regions.
• NBR contributed the most; snow-impacted forest loss uncertainty was observed..."
#Forestdisturbance #forest #disturbance #remotesensing #LandTrendr #workflow #timeseries #ViT #RF #XGBoost #GEE #Nepal #ForestNepal #spatial #GIS #mapping #earthobservation #landsat #Himalayas #mountains #alpine #vegetation #AI #multispectral #monitoring #spatialanalysis #spatiotemporal #loss #change #machinelearning #NDR #conservation #planning #policy #mitagion #ecology #Karnali #Bagmati, #Darchula #Siwalik #GlobalForestChange #Degradation -
Indian Towns with a European Vibe: Explore Charm, Luxury, and Culture in 2026–2027
India is a land of diversity, from bustling metropolises to serene villages. Yet, tucked away in certain corners are towns that exude a distinctly European vibe, cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, quaint cafes, and misty hilltops reminiscent of the Alps. These towns are perfect for travelers seeking luxury India tours, offbeat experiences, and scenic escapes. Whether you’re planning a Golden Triangle tour in India, a wildlife holiday in India, or an immersive India tour package, […] -
This c1790 ad #Pahari #IndianMiniaturePainting from #Kangra #HimachalPradesh from the family workshop of #Nainsukh of #Guler depicts the Musical Mode 'Natanarayan #Raga'
Now at Rietberg Museum, this was last displayed at their 2024 exhibition " #Ragamala : Images for all Seasons"
#shivratri2025
#Hindu God Lord #Shiva#Hinduism #Religion #artoftheday #IndianHeritage #IndianFestivals #Art #Heritage #Paintings #History #IndianHistory #MastoArt #Histodons #Himalayas
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Study Warns Of Glacial Outburst [GLOF] Risks From Hydropower Projects In The Himalayas, Caution Comes After Nod To Resume Testa III [Hydroelectric Project, India]
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https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/study-warns-of-glacial-outburst-risks-from-hydropower-projects-in-himalayas-caution-comes-after-nod-to-resume-teesta-iii/articleshow/117753719.cms <-- shared media article
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https://doi.org/10.1126/science.ads2659 <-- shared paper
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#GIS #spatial #mapping #spatialanalysis #GLOF #Sikkim #Himalayas #India #climatechange #flood #flooding #risk #hazard #hydroelectric #HEP #energy #TestaIII #testa #dam #failure #engineeringgeology #engineering #construction #multihazard #melting #glacier #glacial #climatechange #weather #lowpressuresystem #planning #glaciallakes #lakes #water #hydrology #naturaldisaster #Lhonak #downstream #elevation #steepness #slope #geometry #infrastructure #publicsafety #lateral #moraine #sedimentation #cost #economics #remotesensing #model #modeling #imagery #outburstflood #overtopping #hydropower #vulnerable #humanimpact #policy #riskmanagement #warning #rainfall #precipitation -
Himalayas Formation May Have Destroyed At Least 30% Of Continental Crust In Collision Zone
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https://phys.org/news/2024-11-himalayas-formation-destroyed-continental-crust.html <-- shared technical article
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.epsl.2024.119070 <-- shared paper
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#geology #structuralgeology #model #modeling #numericmodeling #geochemistry #mountainbuilding #orogeny #Himalayas #continentalcrust #platetectonics #continents #EuropeanAlps #ZagrosMountains #mantle #subsumed #deformation #erosion #thickening #extrusion #massbalance #calculations #delamination #topography #lithosphere -
New suites at Ananda in the Himalayas
#Ananda in the #Himalayas has new deluxe suites and renovations that take its dream-like experiences to a new level, reports Stanley Mosshttps://lucire.com/insider/20241025/new-suites-at-ananda-in-the-himalayas/
#spa #Volante #travel #India #health #wellness -
New suites at Ananda in the Himalayas
#Ananda in the #Himalayas has new deluxe suites and renovations that take its dream-like experiences to a new level, reports Stanley Mosshttps://lucire.com/insider/20241025/new-suites-at-ananda-in-the-himalayas/
#spa #Volante #travel #India #health #wellness -
New suites at Ananda in the Himalayas
#Ananda in the #Himalayas has new deluxe suites and renovations that take its dream-like experiences to a new level, reports Stanley Mosshttps://lucire.com/insider/20241025/new-suites-at-ananda-in-the-himalayas/
#spa #Volante #travel #India #health #wellness -
New suites at Ananda in the Himalayas
#Ananda in the #Himalayas has new deluxe suites and renovations that take its dream-like experiences to a new level, reports Stanley Mosshttps://lucire.com/insider/20241025/new-suites-at-ananda-in-the-himalayas/
#spa #Volante #travel #India #health #wellness -
New suites at Ananda in the Himalayas
#Ananda in the #Himalayas has new deluxe suites and renovations that take its dream-like experiences to a new level, reports Stanley Mosshttps://lucire.com/insider/20241025/new-suites-at-ananda-in-the-himalayas/
#spa #Volante #travel #India #health #wellness -
Mount Everest: The World's Highest Peak
Mount Everest, standing tall at 8,848 meters (29,029 feet), is the pinnacle of natural wonder, attracting adventurers from around the globe.
Read more on Barlix https://shorturl.at/UdnoK
#mounteverest #adventure #himalayas #mountaineering #nepal #tibet #summit #climbing #worldshighestpeak #nature #extremeweather #expedition #adventureawaits #highaltitude #outdooradventure #peaklife #mountainlife #everestbasecamp #travelgoals #Barlix #newsocialmedia -
November 14th is the Birth Anniversary of the 1st Prime Minister of #India, #JawaharlalNehru & is celebrated as #ChildrensDay
So, this lovely c1730 CE #Pahari #IndianMiniaturePainting from #Basohli near #Jammu (#Punjab Hill State) now at British #Museum of 'Two Children Playing'.
#HappyChildrensDay #IndianHeritage #Art #Paintings #IndianHistory #Heritage #IndianCulture #Recreation #Toys #Games #History #Painting #ArtOfTheDay #Painting #Children #JammuAndKashmir #Himalayas
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This one and my other photographs of the Everest Region – both with and without labels marking the peaks — can be purchased on #FineArtAmerica as posters, framed prints, metal prints (as seen here), and other products.
https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/radek-kucharski?tab=artworkgalleries&artworkgalleryid=1049611
Licenses to use this and other similar images are available on Zoonar, at https://www.zoonar.com/profile/georadek?wid=1511.
#AYearForArt #mountains #mountaineering #Everest #EverestBaseCamp #Himalayas #trekking #hiking #climbing #WallArt #WallDecoration #MountEverest #Lhotse
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A Buddhist monk performing cham - the sacred, religious, masked dance – in the Spituk Monastery of Ladakh
https://radekkucharski.picfair.com/albums/146949-cham-buddhist-masked-dance-ladakh?rcs=ZwQD7F8
#heritage #LadakhiCulture #Ladakh #Tibet #TibetanCulture #TibetanHeritage #TibetanBuddhism #Buddhism #Himalayas #HimalayanCulture #culture #religion #dance #MaskDance #photography #BuddhistTradition
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A Buddhist monk performing cham - the sacred, religious, masked dance – in the Spituk Monastery of Ladakh
https://radekkucharski.picfair.com/albums/146949-cham-buddhist-masked-dance-ladakh?rcs=ZwQD7F8
#heritage #LadakhiCulture #Ladakh #Tibet #TibetanCulture #TibetanHeritage #TibetanBuddhism #Buddhism #Himalayas #HimalayanCulture #culture #religion #dance #MaskDance #photography #BuddhistTradition
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A Buddhist monk performing cham - the sacred, religious, masked dance – in the Spituk Monastery of Ladakh
https://radekkucharski.picfair.com/albums/146949-cham-buddhist-masked-dance-ladakh?rcs=ZwQD7F8
#heritage #LadakhiCulture #Ladakh #Tibet #TibetanCulture #TibetanHeritage #TibetanBuddhism #Buddhism #Himalayas #HimalayanCulture #culture #religion #dance #MaskDance #photography #BuddhistTradition
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A Buddhist monk performing cham - the sacred, religious, masked dance – in the Spituk Monastery of Ladakh
https://radekkucharski.picfair.com/albums/146949-cham-buddhist-masked-dance-ladakh?rcs=ZwQD7F8
#heritage #LadakhiCulture #Ladakh #Tibet #TibetanCulture #TibetanHeritage #TibetanBuddhism #Buddhism #Himalayas #HimalayanCulture #culture #religion #dance #MaskDance #photography #BuddhistTradition
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A Buddhist monk performing cham - the sacred, religious, masked dance – in the Spituk Monastery of Ladakh
https://radekkucharski.picfair.com/albums/146949-cham-buddhist-masked-dance-ladakh?rcs=ZwQD7F8
#heritage #LadakhiCulture #Ladakh #Tibet #TibetanCulture #TibetanHeritage #TibetanBuddhism #Buddhism #Himalayas #HimalayanCulture #culture #religion #dance #MaskDance #photography #BuddhistTradition
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Nuptse (7861m) at sunset seen from Lobuche. Sagarmatha National Park, Everest Region, Khumbu Valley, Solukhumbu, Nepal.
https://fineartamerica.com/featured/nuptse-at-sunset-radek-kucharski.html
#mountains #Himalayas #landscape #sunset #LandscapePhotography #mountainscape #photography #POTD #PhotoOfTheDay #EverestBaseCamp #trekking #hiking #TrekkingInNepal #GoldenHour #AYearForArt #WallArt
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This one and my other photographs of the Everest Region – both with and without labels marking the peaks — can be purchased on #FineArtAmerica as posters, framed prints, metal prints (as seen here), and other products.
https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/radek-kucharski?tab=artworkgalleries&artworkgalleryid=1049611
Licenses to use this and other similar images are available on Zoonar, at https://www.zoonar.com/profile/georadek?wid=1511.
#AYearForArt #mountains #mountaineering #Everest #EverestBaseCamp #Himalayas #trekking #hiking #climbing #WallArt #WallDecoration #MountEverest #Lhotse
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Coffee mug with photograph of the Everest Region printed on it. #MountEverest, Lhotse, famous Ama Dablam... Posters, framed images & other printed products are also available.
#AYearForArt #Coffee #CoffeeTime #CoffeeLovers #MountainLovers #MountEverest #EverestBaseCamp #trekking #Himalayas #mountaineerint #photoNepal
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The classic view of Mount Everest (Chomolungma / Sagarmatha) from the top of Kala Patthar (5645m). South Col is seen between Everset and Nuptse and the ridge rises from it to the top of Lhotse. Nuptse looks spectacular on the rights with sharp peak. Autumn trekking season. Solukhumbum, Everest Base Camp Trek, Everest Region, Nepal.
https://fineartamerica.com/featured/mount-everest-view-from-kala-patthar-radek-kucharski.html
#EverestBaseCamp #mountains #trekking #Himalayas #MountEverest #mountainscape #MountainPhotography #eightthousanders #Everest #Sagarmatha
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Kongma La (5529m), view towards the West. The eight-thousander Cho Oyu, the sixth-highest mountain in the world, is on the left, under the cloud here. Three Passes Trek, Khumbu, the Himalayas. Sagarmatha National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Everest Region. Solukhumbu, Nepal.
https://fineartamerica.com/featured/1-kongma-la-view-towards-the-west-radek-kucharski.html
#MountEverest #EverestRegion #landscape #LandscapePhotography #Himalayas #EverestBaseCamp #ThreePassesTrek #trekking #MountainPhotography #mountains #outdoor #AYearForArt
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Multimodal Multiscale Characterization Of Cascading Hazard On Mountain Terrain [Nepal]
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https://doi.org/10.1080/19475705.2022.2162443 <-- shared paper
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#GIS #spatial #mapping #Nepal #pluvial #precipitation #rain #snow #mountain #terrain #water #hydrology #sediment #risk #hazard #himalayas #hazardmitigation #riskmanagement #floods #flooding #massmovement #landslides #geomorphology #engineeringgeology #debrisflows #erosion #economy #infrastructure #publicsafety #model #modeling #prediction #engineering #solutions #hydroclimate #Melamchi #remotesensing #imagery #hydrodynamic #machinelearning #spatialanalysis #spatiotemporal #soil #saturation #sedimentcontrol #extremeweather #cascading #cumulative #environmental #events #impacts #humanimpact -
The eight-thousander Cho Oyu, Tenzing Peak and Hillary Peak seen among many other Himalayan mountains from a glacial moraine high above the Ama Dablam Base Camp in the Khumbu Region, the #Himalayas. Photo with peak labels. #SagarmathaNationalPark, #EverestRegion. Solukhumbu, Nepal.
https://fineartamerica.com/featured/view-from-a-high-point-above-ama-dabla-bc-radek-kucharski.html – prints. DM me to download.
#Everest #MountEverest #EverestBaseCamp #AmaDablam #Tenzing #EdmundHillary #Sherpa #trekking #mountains #mountaineering #Nepal #photo #mountainscape #landscape
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Mount Everest, Nuptse and Lhotse seen from Gokyo Ri at sunset. An autumn view. Photo with peak labels. Gokyo Trek, Khumbu, the Everest Region, Himalayas. Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Solukhumbu, Nepal
Prints of this photo and other similar images are available now.
#MountEverest #trekking #mountains #Himalayas #EverestBaseCamp #hiking #mountaineering #photoNepal #Lhotse #photography #Nepal
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This photo of the #EverestRegion, showing #MountEverest, #Lhotse and some other prominent peaks, with summits label-marked in it, has been recently featured in 1000 VIEWS ON 1 IMAGE #FineArtAmerica group.
Prints of this image are available at https://fineartamerica.com/featured/dudh-koshi-valley-and-mount-everest-panorama-with-labelled-peaks-radek-kucharski.html
To download and use, see https://www.imagebroker.com/search/*/delivery_id/433589
#AYearForArt #mountaineering #trekking #mountains #Himalayas #hiking #EverestBaseCamp #AmaDablam #photoNepal #SagarmathaNationalPark
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This was taken well after #sunset into early darkness but the #peaks of the #himalayas on the #trek to #EverestBasecamp in #Nepal are so high that they catch the glow even after darkness has set in. It’s truly unlike any light I’ve seen.
#LandscapePhotography #Photography #Nature #NaturePhotography #Mountains #Snow #Everest #MountEverest #PhotoOfTheDay