Understanding the Nepali way
Nepal is a beautiful country rich in natural as well as cultural heritage. Being a traditional country, there are certain …
Nauratha, nine holy nights
Nauratha refers to the nine holy nights that precedes Dashami during the festival of Dashain. During this period, the female member of …
Swasthani Brata Katha
The Swasthani Brata Katha is written in Nepali language, however, some believe it to be written in Newari language first …
The Golden Gate in Bhaktapur
One of the most beautiful and artistic examples of the ancient Nepali (Newari) architecture, the Golden Gate, known as Soon …
Tajpuria community in Nepal
An indigenous group found mainly in the districts of Jhapa and Morang, Tajpurias are different than Rajbansis although their culture …
Banana Curry
Banana is one of the most popular fruit and is very rich in calcium. Rare are the people, around the …
Sesame powder pickle
Sesame seed known as Teel, in Nepali, is one of the most important ingredients in Nepali household. It is found …
Aalu-bodi-tamako tarkari
Aalu-bodi-tamako tarkari or the vegetable of potato, dried (white) beans and bamboo shoot is one of the most desired vegetables …
Kasthamandap, the temple made out of a single tree
Kasthamandap is a three-storey pagoda-style temple situated in the Human Dhoka Durbar Square in heart of Kathmandu city and is …
Nara Devi, the Goddess of Human being
One of the finest examples of Newari architectural history, Nara Devi temple in Kathmandu is a three storied Pagoda style …
Guthi Australia, promoting Newari Culture
Guthi Australia is a community-based, non-profit and volunteer driven organization in Australia. It aims to raise awareness regarding Newari cultural …
The festival of Matya in Patan
A typical Buddhist festival of Nepal celebrated on the third day of the dark fortnight of Shrawan (August), Matya begins …
Dattatreya temple
Standing proudly on the premises of Dattatreya Square in Bhaktapur, the temple of Dattatreya is believed to be constructed by …
The Guardian deity of Pokhara
Located in the lake city of Pokhara, one of the major tourist hubs in Nepal, the temple of Bindabasini is …
The festival of Dashain
One of the major festivals of Hindus in Nepal, Dashain is celebrated with joy and happiness all over the country. …
Sweet Khuwa Barfi
One of the most popular and most desired sweets in Nepal, Khuwa Barfi is a common sweet available in almost …
A Place for Pilgrimage and True Love
Budha Subba is one of the most popular destinations in eastern Nepal. It is an ancient Kiranti shrine on the …
Til ko laddu
One of the most essential sweets required during the festival of Maghe Sangrati that falls on the first day of …
The festival of Guru Purnima
Celebrated on the full moon (Purnima) in the Nepali month of Ashadh (June-July) of the Shaka Samvat, Indian national calendar …