Cultural Guides

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...

June is normally one of the quietest months in Nepal. Except for a few cultural festivals that celebrate farming, most of the time is either the hottest time of the year or the start of early monso...

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.