Kurti/gahat daal
Kurti, also known as gahat is one of the many varieties of daal (lentil) found in Nepal. Mostly found in …
Mixed vegetable pickle
Pickles are one of the most essential items included in the Nepali meal. Pickles act as a taste enhancer as …
Kutumba, folk instrumental band
Kutumba is an established folk instrumental band committed to the research, conservation and celebration of the diverse indigenous Nepali music. …
The festival of Gathemangal or Ghantakarna Chaturdashi
The festival of Gathemangal is celebrated in the memory of mythical demon Ghantakarna’s death. This festival that falls on trayodashi …
Four Important ceremonies of life
Ceremonies and rituals are part of our life. We observe many rituals and ceremonies during our lifetime. In a life …
Naxal Bhagwati for protecting from bad spirits
The temple of Naxal Bhagwati is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Bhagwati or Durga. This magnificent temple is located in …
The Three Parvas (Massacres)
The first series of Parvas (massacres) in Nepal, popularly known as the three massacres gave rise to the century long …
Maghe Sangrati festival in Nepal
Maghe Sangrati, also known as Makar Sangranti is celebrated on the first day of the holy month of Magh (mid January). …
Celebrating Rishi Panchami festival – photo feature
Rishi Panchami is celebrated by the Hindu women after they reach their menstruation period. In this day, the seven powerful …
Guheswari, the goddess for the legal problems
The temple of Guheswari is one of the major Shakti Peeth of Nepal. The temple on the left bank of …
The Kot Parva (Court Massacre) in Nepal
Kot Parva (court massacre) was the first massacre in the history of Nepal that led to the rise of the …
Worshipping the Goddess of Knowledge
Basanta Panchami is celebrated as the birthday of Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge. This day is commonly known as Saraswati …
Rishi Panchami, fast observed for forgiveness
The festival of Rishi Panchami is related with the worship of the Sapta Rishi (seven powerful saints in Hindu religion). …
Understanding the Nepali Society
A society is a web of human relationships. It is about the people, their culture and lifestyles, daily patterns, their …
Kamaiyas, a traditional form of a bonded labor
Kamaiya is the traditional form of bonded labor. It is a system of slavery and the slaves are known as …
Bheja, the organization for Magar Community
Bheja organization is found in the Magar community. It is a religious, cultural and economic organization of Magars. It helps …
Bhadrakali Temple in Kathmandu
Bhadrakali is one of the powerful goddess of Nepal. Located near the Sahid Gate at the eastern side of Tudikhel …
Lhosar- Ethnic New Year
The word consists of two words, ‘Lho’ meaning year and ‘Sar’ meaning new in Tamang language. The end of the …
Donation through holy fire offering (Yagyas)
Dinbandhu Pokhrel is a household name in Nepal. He has generated billions of rupees in donations to construct infrastructures like …
Dhigur System of Thakalis in Nepal
It is a system of financial co-operatives among the Thakali community in Nepal. Dhigur contributes in the economic securities of …