Sithi Nakha: A thousands year old festival with an environmental message
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Sithi Nakha: A thousands year old festival with an environmental message

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...
Eating Out in Patan
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Eating Out in Patan

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.