The International Mountain Museum in Pokhara has unveiled a compelling new documentary, “Everest By Those Who Were There,” highlighting significant Everest ascents.
Produced in collaboration with the Alpine Club and the Mount Everest Foundation, the 34-minute film delves into historic attempts to conquer Mount Everest, including expeditions from Tibet in 1921, 1922, and 1924. Executive Director Nirmala Acharya announced that the documentary will be a regular feature for museum visitors, providing a deep insight into these pioneering climbs.
Notably, the documentary captures the 1924 expedition, where twelve British citizens and Sherpas from Darjeeling undertook a monumental ascent, now immortalized in the film “The Fight for Everest 1924,” which has been on display since June 26.
In addition to historical accounts, the exhibition also sheds light on Slovenian climbers’ contributions to Himalayan exploration. Today, Pokhara High Court Judge Dhan Singh Mahara inaugurated this section, celebrating Slovenian climbers who, since 1975, have conquered 14 of the world’s highest peaks following their success on Makalu Himal. The museum also showcases images from the renowned Manang Mountaineering School.
The event was attended by prominent figures including Pokhara High Court Registrar Achyut Kunikel, Chief District Officer of Kaski Bharatmani Pandey, Chairman of NATTA Gandaki Hariram Adhikari, Chairman of Taan Gandaki Dharmaraj Panthi, President of Pokhara Hotel Association Laxman Suvedi, tourism expert Dr. Ramji Sharma, and International Mountain Museum Advisor Haridhwaj Tulachan.
Situated in Ward No. 17, Rato Pairo, Pokhara Metropolitan City, the International Mountain Museum spans a hundred ropanis and operates under the auspices of the Nepal Mountaineering Association. It serves as a beacon for global tourists keen on exploring the Himalayan region’s culture, communities, and unique way of life. The museum has garnered attention from visitors spanning 98 countries, in addition to SAARC nations.
