Ashok Silwal’s Everest has been launched at the International Mountain Museum (IMM) in Pokhara.
Titled with the subtitle 'An Unfinished Story,' Silwal’s Everest was released in the IMM premises at the foothills of Machhapuchhre, with the backdrop of three of the world’s tallest mountains, each above 8,000 meters. In the presence of colleagues as witnesses, IMM’s Executive Director Nirmala Kumari Neupane officially unveiled Everest.
'According to records, visitors from 105 countries- mountain lovers, people who admire Himalayan life and culture- have come here', Director Neupane said, highlighting the museum’s importance while welcoming both the author and the book. 'In such a Himalayan pilgrimage site, the launch of Everest by Mr. Silwal, who is also a Langtang Ambassador, is a world record in itself. Congratulations to the author. Your contribution to the promotion of Nepal’s tourism will always be remembered.'
'This is the Mountain Museum launch of Everest', author Silwal said. 'You have honored me with such warm respect and words that even if one decides not to speak, one is compelled to speak', he added. Silwal also handed over several copies of Everest to the museum’s library.
'Everest feels blessed to be part of this Himalayan world pilgrimage site,' he expressed with joy.
Earlier, Everest had been publicly released in Kyanjin, the last village of the Langtang region, located at an altitude of nearly 4,000 meters. 'Although the book is based on the highest peak of the world,
Sagarmatha, it is actually a journey on the ground- a journey of experiences and spirituality,' said Nepal guide Silwal.
Everest is Silwal’s fifth book. His previous publications include Kalam (reflection of journalism world), Lekhakh Duniya (exploring the inner world of literature), Sri Lanka Smriti (travel reflections), and the Kailash-centered spiritual book Appo Deepo Bhava.
Silwal s a tourism trainer, freelance journalist and documentary filmer
