On April 25, 2015, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Nepal, shaking the Himalayan nation to its core. In under a minute, centuries-old temples in Kathmandu crumbled, entire villages collapsed into rubble, and deadly avalanches roared down the slopes of Mount Everest, killing climbers at Base Camp.

The disaster claimed nearly 9,000 lives, injured more than 22,000, and left millions without homes. Remote mountain communities were devastated—some losing more than 90% of their buildings. With roads blocked and aftershocks continuing for weeks, rescue efforts were slow and perilous.

The global community responded swiftly, with international aid teams, helicopters, and relief supplies pouring in. Yet, in many places, survival in the early days depended most on neighbors helping neighbors.

Beyond human loss, Nepal suffered a deep cultural wound, as iconic heritage sites and ancient temples were reduced to ruins. But amid the devastation arose powerful stories of resilience and unity. Villages rebuilt using stronger designs, volunteers restored historic sites, and life slowly returned to the highlands and valleys.

The Nepal Earthquake remains a profound reminder of both nature’s destructive power and humanity’s ability to rise from the ruins.