Protecting Sacred Site in the Himalayas

The built heritage of Upper Dolpo in the Himalayas of Nepal holds sacred significance as one of the country’s most remote and culturally rich regions. These unique examples of earthen architecture, including monasteries, shrines, prayer walls, and traditional houses, are suffering from the increased rainfall alongside poor conservation conditions. The project will restore twenty-three key structures across Shey, Samling, and Tsho, using local materials, traditional techniques, and climate-resilient solutions developed in partnership with local communities and universities. It will also document, train, and transfer knowledge to support future restorations, helping pave the way for World Heritage nomination.