Editorial photo #13484327 Environmental Issue
Kathmandu Valley Sees Clear Skies After Rainfall Improves Air Quality
The Swayambhunath Stupa is seen from Kirtipur after the weather clears in the Kathmandu Valley, Nepal, on March 22, 2026. Improved atmospheric conditions following recent rainfall reveal a clear skyline, offering an unobstructed view of the historic hilltop stupa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most revered Buddhist monuments in Nepal. (Photo by Sanjit Pariyar/NurPhoto)