The Serpent’s Story: Between Myth, Fear, and Nature
Coexisting with snakes is rooted in both fear and devotion. They appear in our rituals, folk stories, and religious symbols,...
DISCOVERY & TRAVEL
The Gritty Sensation of Handling Clay
The comforting, earthy aroma of freshly fired pottery fills the room. The silky, gritty sensation of handling the clay calms...
Crunch, Spice, and Everything Nice: Nepal’s Khaja Culture
“You are what you eat.” This saying perfectly captures the essence of Nepali cuisine, a blend of sweetness, saltiness, tanginess,...
What’s Next for Tourism?
On September 8 and 9, the air was thick with tear gas and tension all across the nation, yet between...
Celebrating Chhath Puja in Nepal
After Tihar, visitors might think the festive season in Nepal has ended — but in the southern plains, preparations begin...
The Five Days of Tihar
If you happen to be in Nepal during October or November, you’re in luck — you’ll witness one of the...
Sikali Jatra: The Festival That Replaces Dashain in Khokana
In a nation where nearly 80% of the population is Hindu, Dashain is one of its biggest festivals. Yet, while...
Echoes of Dhime Baja: A Timeless Tune
Traditionally, in Dallachi, Dhime Baja (a cylindrical double-headed drum central to Newa culture) training was a secretive practice, hidden from...
The Volatility of Rhino Conservation
In early 2023, two rhinos were killed using electrified traps wired through a temple near Chaparchuli in western Chitwan. The...
Gunlā Festival Keeps Devotion and Community Alive
For Newa Buddhists in the Kathmandu Valley, Gunlā, the tenth month of the Nepal Sambat lunar calendar, which usually falls...