The last nomads of Nepal | Arts and Culture News

In the dense forests of Girighat in Surkhet district, makeshift tents serve as the temporary shelter for Nepal’s last nomadic tribe, the Raute.

As urbanisation sweeps across the country, this small, isolated community clings to its ancient traditions. Yet, their numbers are dwindling rapidly, placing their unique way of life in jeopardy.

For generations, the Raute have followed a seasonal migration pattern, descending to the lowlands in winter and retreating to the hills during the…