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Harishayani Ekadashi: Tulsi Ropne Din Tips and Tricks
Every year, Hindu households across Nepal and India pause for a deeply symbolic day known as Harishayani Ekadashi.…
How to Attend a Traditional Newari Jatra Respectfully
Nothing captures the spirit of the Kathmandu Valley quite like a Newari Jatra. These street festivals fill ancient…
Dhampus: A Peaceful Himalayan Village Near Pokhara with Panoramic Views
Most people assume you need a week of hard trekking and a fistful of permits to stand face…
How Buddha Looks Different in 10 Asian Countries
Buddha’s face has traveled far beyond his birthplace in Nepal. Over centuries, his image crossed mountains, deserts, and…
Saune Sankranti: Meaning, Rituals & Traditions Explained
Saune Sankranti marks one of Nepal’s most meaningful seasonal transitions. It signals the sun’s shift into Dakshinayan, its…
Ethnic Groups of Nepal: A Guide to the Country’s Extraordinary Diversity
Most countries this size count their major ethnic communities on two hands. Nepal counts 142. The 2021 national…
Nau and Nauni: The Sacred Legacy of Newar Grooming
Modern beauty salons are on every corner today. We visit them for quick haircuts and trendy manicures. But in…
Asar 15: Mud, Music, and the Dahi Chiura Tradition in Nepal
By 7 in the morning on the fifteenth day of Asar, the paddy fields below Khokana are already…
Kandevsthan: The Legendary Ear Temple of Lalitpur
In Kathmandu Valley, place names often reflect the temples, shrines, and deities that define them. Kandevsthan is one…
Dashain Festival: Nepal’s Biggest Celebration Explained
Most visitors expect Dashain to be a colorful street party, something like a South Asian version of Mardi…