DISCOVERY & TRAVEL

On September 8 and 9, the air was thick with tear gas and tension all across the nation, yet between...

After Tihar, visitors might think the festive season in Nepal has ended — but in the southern plains, preparations begin...

If you happen to be in Nepal during October or November, you’re in luck — you’ll witness one of the...

In a nation where nearly 80% of the population is Hindu, Dashain is one of its biggest festivals. Yet, while...

Traditionally, in Dallachi, Dhime Baja (a cylindrical double-headed drum central to Newa culture) training was a secretive practice, hidden from...

In early 2023, two rhinos were killed using electrified traps wired through a temple near Chaparchuli in western Chitwan. The...

For Newa Buddhists in the Kathmandu Valley, Gunlā, the tenth month of the Nepal Sambat lunar calendar, which usually falls...

Chiya (tea), more than just a beverage, is a cultural tradition that warms conversations and hearts alike. The best place...

From captivating artworks displayed in open-door galleries to creative expressions adorning the streets, the valley is an immersive reflection of...

For generations, families have passed down recipes for achar (pickles), a fermented pickle delicacy. From tangy mango pickles to spicy...