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Nauratha or Navaratri/Nawaratri is the nine holy days or nine holy nights to be more precise that precedes Dashami, the tenth day of Dashain, dedicated to Goddess Durga to venerate …
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Shree Ngatabhulu Ajiima (Nyatabhulu Ajima) A major powerhouse that protects Kathmandu valley; Shree Nyatabhulu Ajiima, was established in the inner city of ancient Kathmandu. It lies on the right side …
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The Second President of Nepal Bidya Devi Bhandari, The Second President of NepalName: Bidya Devi Bhandari Date of Birth: 19 June 1961 Place of Birth: Bhojpur, Nepal Political Party: Communist …
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Bada Dashain Bada Dashain, also known as Vijaya Dashami is the greatest festival of Hindus. It is the longest, most auspicious and the most majestic festival for Nepalese. It is …
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Shikhali Jatra is celebrated in Khokana, the medieval Newar settlement in Bungamati in the outskirts of Patan District. The Newars of Khokana celebrate Sikhali Jatra dedicated to the goddess Shikali …
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Palha Dya / Sankata (पा ल्हा द्य: / संकटा ) Palha Dya commonly known as Shree Sankata or Shanisankata is one of the major guardian deities of Kathmandu Valley. People …
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What is a family? You may encounter with varied definitions when a question like that arises. And, if you ask Hindus, they will certainly reply, “A family is not merely …
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Tihar/Deepawali Nepal is a typical country of cultural and religious diversities. These multiplicities are recognized by the specific group of people, which means even celebrating a festival may differ from …
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Sorha Laxmi Puja of Newars What is wealth? What is wealth? How much wealth is required for someone to be represented as wealthy? Money was not considered wealth rather various …
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Sorah Shraddha Sixteen Days of Ancestor Worship Worshipping Ancestors is as important as worshipping gods in this country. It’s a part of daily life and one does not begin the …