hese images from In Harmony—People and Nature in Nepal's Highlands, a photography contest organised by Himal Association and WWF Nepal, are just some of the splendid work on display at this year's Kathmandu International Mountain Film Festival (Kimff). Each of the 180 entries fell into one of the three categories, 'Sustainable livelihood', 'The high price of tourism', and 'Sacred natural spaces'. The 43 picks that made the finals will be on exhibition at Russian Cultural Centre until 11 December. Three winning photographs will be selected on the basis of originality, technique, content and effectiveness in conveying the theme and the winners will receive cash prizes at the Kimff closing ceremony at Gurukul on 11 December.

THE LONG TRAIL TO MT KAILASH: Pilgrims and porters travel to Humla in far west Nepal.
(MANI LAMA)

ANIMAL PORTERS: Crossing the Seti in Bajhang.
(SUSHEEL KUMAR SHRESTHA)

TRADITIONAL FARMING: A woman winnows grain in Ghyaru, Manang.
(DINESH SHRESTHA)

BROTHERS IN ARMS: Making a living by the Bardibas road in Banepa.
(PROJJWAL B KHADKA)