The comforting, earthy aroma of freshly fired pottery fills the room. The silky, gritty sensation of handling the clay calms the nerves, connecting the mind to the essence of the earth and nature through the fingertips.
Bhaktapur: The Heart of Black Pottery
Kathmandu Valley used to be a lake until 10,000 years ago. When the water drained away, it left fertile alluvium ideal for agriculture and pottery. Pottery has a long history in Nepali culture. The skills of Nepali potters have been passed on from generation to generation. Entire families trace their heritage to the occupation of pottery. The oldest recorded finds in Lumbini date back at least 2,600 years.
