Stone Sculpture is one of the most beautiful art forms in Nepal. The old and ancient settlements of Kathmandu Valley offer a great display of stone arts. The medieval temples and durbar squares of Kathmandu are an open museum. You will find beautiful stone carved idols of gods, kings, and mythical animals as well. You […]
Buddhist Prayer Wheels or “Mani wheels” are hollow cylindrical wheels used in prayers and religious ceremonies. These wheels are made up of wood, metal, or stone and mounted on a rod handle made up of precious metal or wood. They are an integral part of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. The Buddhist prayer wheel is also […]
Om Mani Padme Hum is a six-syllable mantra associated with the Avalokiteshvara or the protector. A mantra is a sound, word, or syllable used in meditation and capable of creating transformation when chanted. It is also pronounced as “Om Mane Peme Hung” in some regions. By practicing and chanting this mantra, one can accumulate merit […]
Mithila Painting is a social explanation as it depicts the rural lives of women of the Mithila region. Various scenes from the paintings display female life with a focus on household chores, marriage, and childbirth. It also shines some light on social harmony among women. Mithila arts are incredible artwork created by women of the […]
Hemp plant comes from the family of Cannabis Sativa. It is the same family that is also home to the infamous marijuana. Industrial Hemp is primarily processed for its fiber and its seeds. Hemp, unlike Marijuana, has a minimal amount (0.3 percent) of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). THC is the chemical compound that causes people to get […]
Nepal is a diverse country with a wide range of cultural settlements. The Nepalese people remain deeply rooted in ancient old traditions and customs. You can find various Nepalese traditional dresses based on caste and ethnicity. However, Daura Suruwal and Gunyu Cholo are the national dress of Nepal and get worn by Nepalese of all […]
The Lokta Paper (Nepali Kagaz) is a Nepalese handmade paper made of the fibrous inner bark of the Lokta plant. The rough texture, strength, and durability make the paper quite unique. The wide range of use and its artistic values has made these traditional papers quite popular. Nepalese Lokta paper is the official paper for […]
Beads and Jewelry have remained an important piece of ornament since the early human civilizations. They are culturally significant and denote the social status of the person wearing it. Nepal has a long history of designing and making these artistic items. You can find many beads and jewelry shops in the ancient parts of Kathmandu. […]
Handicrafts are something that you make using your hands. It is simply an activity in which you make decorative objects or things using your hand. For example, pottery, handmade jewelry, wooden pieces, etc. Incense Stick is a part of a religious ceremony. The local name in Nepal is ‘Dhup Batti’. People use incense during prayer […]
Khukuri is a well-known national weapon of Nepal. They are also used as utility knives. The unique shape and design separate the Khukuri from other knives over the world. Khukuri symbolizes strong character, justice, human dignity, freedom, and honor. The knife has a well-defined recurve in its blade. It is the pride of Nepal and […]