Exhibition of Rare Photographs from the First Lhotse Ascent Opens at Nepal Tourism Board

An exhibition featuring rare photographs from the first ascent of Lhotse in 1956 has been organized at the Nepal Tourism Board from May 22 to May 28. This exhibition is a collaborative effort between the Nepal Tourism Board, the Ministry of Culture, the Nepal Mountaineering Association, and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation.

Displayed at the exhibition are 25 photographs that highlight early Himalayan exploration and the history of mountaineering. These historically significant visual records, related to the 1956 first Lhotse expedition, offer visitors a unique archival glimpse into one of mountaineering’s key achievements through rare photographic documentation. The exhibition is held at the Nepal Tourism Board premises and remains open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout the duration.

This exhibition is part of Photo Nepal’s ongoing initiative, aimed at preserving and promoting Nepal’s rich photographic heritage through the development of an organized digital archive, according to the Board. Through this exhibition and digital efforts, the Board continues its commitment to safeguarding Nepal’s visual history and enhancing the country’s tourism narrative on an international scale by leveraging modern, accessible, and innovative digital platforms.