Cultural Guides

Nepal– Kathmandu’s Story of Its Agricultural Roots Long before today's Kathmandu, the life of its people was rooted in farming. For centuries, agriculture was the primary means of sustenance and li...

Sithi Nakha is a Newar festival celebrated before the monsoon to clean water sources like wells and stone spouts, honouring the water guardians (nagas) and promoting hygiene. It also pays tribute t...

The lacha dhago is a powerful emblem of Nepali culture, blending tradition with modernity. It celebrates the strength and beauty of Nepali women while inviting the world to appreciate its artistry....

It’s a normal winter morning, I’m wandering down the streets of Ason, the busiest shopping center of Kathmandu and I can’t help but notice how dependent we Nepalese are upon a thick luscious cup of...

While many Newar girls grew with their feet being painted red, their younger sisters do not share the same opportunities.  Alah tegu practice in the Newar community of Nepal is related to purificat...

While Patan is famous for its typical Newar snacks, here are a few other options if you do not want the spicy chhoela-woh next time you are in Patan.