Jiri’s once glorious identity as gateway to Everest is now losing its grace

The city of Jiri , which used to be known as the gateway to Everest, where its hotel rooms would be packed during the trekking season, is deserted these days. The city seems to have an identity crisis and is struggling to sustain itself.

The place, until a decade ago, would be full of foreigners. The streets of Jiri market would be buzzing. But now, everything is a distant memory.