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Where we came from and where we are going…
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…
Six Interesting Facts About The Sherpas
The Sherpa are a Nepalese ethnic group who reside in the Himalayan highlands. The Sherpa are recognized for…
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…
Nepal in June 2026: Top Festivals and Cultural Events You Shouldn’t Miss
If you are searching for festivals in Nepal in June 2026, you’re looking at one of the most…
Tihar Festival: Nepal’s Dazzling Festival of Lights; Complete Guide
At dusk on the second evening of Tihar, the old streets of Kathmandu go quiet for a few…
Newari Culture and Cuisine: Kathmandu Valley’s Hidden Heritage
Nepal’s most misunderstood civilization isn’t hidden behind a monastery gate or buried in a remote valley. It’s right…
Tiji Festival in Nepal: The Sacred Celebration Hidden in the Kingdom of Upper Mustang
Beyond the crowded trekking trails and postcard mountains of Nepal lies a hidden kingdom where time seems suspended…