Tradition

Sama Chakeva, a revered festival deeply embedded in the folk traditions of Mithila, unfolds its enchanting rituals in Kartik (Nov/Dec) on the eve of the Chhat Festival. The festivities commence in harmony with the migratory journey of birds, descending from the Himalayas to the southern plains of Nepal.

The mask dance of Shikali Jatra draws a vast congregation of devotees from Khokana and spectators from nearby regions, making it a prominent festival in the area.

People perform a final act of devotion to a loved one whose story seems finished, and then discover it’s not the end of the story after all. In the shadow of Pashupatinath, the cycle of life carries on.

Tharu villages are generally scattered and are located at a distance from one another and Tharu houses are made using natural building materials and almost all household articles are made from natural products as well.

On the Kwati Purnima day Nepalese feast the Kwati soup, the soaked and sprouted “Kwati” a mixture of nine types of legumes that is rich for the body and senses.

Hundreds of Dhami and Jhankri (Traditional Healer and Shaman) from all over Nepal flock to the Gosainkunda in Rasuwa on the occasion…

Gunla Dharma (गुँला धर्म) Gunla or Gumlā is the tenth month of the Newar Calendar, the Nepal Sambat calendar, and the holiest…

As the waxing moon illuminates the sky the Newar community embarks on a profound journey of purification and renewal. They cleanse their homes, invoke the blessings of deities, and bid farewell to malevolent spirits. Discover the mystical tale of Gathamuga, where traditions intertwine with spirituality, and the echoes of ancient times resonate through the vibrant streets of Kathmandu Valley.

Nepal Sambat Calendar is widely used by the Newars, the indigenous of Kathmandu Valley and the first day of it that falls in October/November is their New Year’s day.

Menstruation is often accompanied by social stigmatization and shame and ending Chhaupadi requires sustained efforts over time it is also important to note that not all women in Nepal experience these challenges, and the attitudes towards menstruation are gradually changing.