Farkey

 Farkey- Small makeshift bridge which usually don't survive monsoon swells. So after each monsoon a new Farkey is constructed.

Its getting warmer at Reshi and this warmth definitely has brought new  life... new outlook. Every one has come to know the real value of cool waters of Reshi river...its strenght to beat the hot summer's eye.

basket weaving at the farmhouse

"Bamboo baskets" an ethnic product of this part of the world.These sturdy baskets are used for carrying anything and everything.In some remote areas they are also used to transport patients and old people.Perfectly woven baskets using right kind of bamboos can last for years. however sad thing is that the art of weaving bamboo baskets is slowly dying with the introduction of cheap ready-made bags.

fishing at Reshi river...

Fishing has always been a thrill, and in Reshi river every visitor tries it out. However serious fishermen and those guests seeking a bit of adventure wait till it gets dark. As night falls they move out...become a part of the infinite darkness and cast their nets into the river for bounties.

our typical "mato ko chula"

"Mato ko Chula"...mud oven usually found in our villages. Wood is used as fuel. Believe it or not...food cooked in "daura"(wood) is tastier than that cooked in gas or kerosene.  Reshi Retreat & Farmhouse cooks food in this
mud oven...ever wondered why the food is so tasty???

STUDENTS TREKKING TOWARDS DAMSANG GARI- LAST LEPCHA FORT

"Damsang-gari" where the word "gari" means a fort. This fort was built by the last Lepcha chief Punu Gyabo Achuk. It is situated in the upper jungles of Pedong.Now only the ruins remain. Myth about this fort is that it is believed to be built in a single night with the help of supernatural powers.Surprised...beleive it!!!

the Reshi- Mudung river Confluence as seen from the Reshi Bridge

Night shot of the cottages.

Mani Kumar Gurung and his wife were appointed as house staffs and  Binod Pradhan as farm  manager.
With new season and new staff members the  farmhouse  plans to plant cabbages, Dalley, potatoes, beans and other crops. Organic farming has always been given prime importance by Reshi Retreat and Farmhouse.

RECENTLY BUILT WALL ON THE RIVER FRONT

its been a long time. Reshi saw a lot of visitors this winters. lots of construction works happened. a solid wall was built on the river front. this would certainly help our visitors sleep peacefully even  during monsoons when the reshi river swells to its fullest. wishing you all a happy new year 2010.