Jagat to Dyang

We’re continuing our trek along the Budhi Gandaki River, following a path that leads us through small villages with stone houses and blue roofs. The trail carves its way along rocky ridges and crosses several suspension bridges.

This path isn’t just for trekkers—it’s the main route locals use to move between villages. Along the way, we find ourselves surrounded by school children in uniform, women carrying supplies, a quiet Buddhist monk followed by few locals and trains of donkeys and mules making their daily journey. It’s a beautiful mix of life, color, and energy that brings the trail to life.

Tonight, we’re staying in Dyang, a small

village with a simple but cozy lodge. In the past, people camped

in tents here, but now there are more comfortable teahouses where you can enjoy a shower (not always warm 😉 connect to Wi-Fi, and eat at small restaurants. The menus are a mix of tasty local dishes and a few European favorites and you get here the best ginger lemon tea with honey to end the day.

I keep finding myself drawn to the Nepali women we meet along the way. They wear colorful clothes anyone would be jealous of and have the most gentle smiles, they work incredibly hard, yet always seem so calm and kind. I was lucky to take some photos today that I’m really happy with—here are a few of them, each one telling its own little story.