Finding Raji (a formerly nomadic hunters and gatherers of Nepal)

Raji, Raute, and Chepangs were the last of the nomadic hunters and gatherer groups in Nepal Himalaya. Although a group of Raute are still living a nomadic life, Raji decided to settle down a few generations ago near Dailekh, in Far Western Nepal. In 1980s, a flood took away most of their homes and lands, forcing them to relocate. With the help of government, they have since settled down in a few villages in Terai. In this essay, we present our experience visiting the Raji communities in Nepal. Shot with GoPro Hero4 and Nikon D50