If the HONEY produced in Nepal (locally named as “Maha” ) were to be given a synonym, it would be “UNIQUE”. For a very long time, the semi-nomadic Chepang communities of Nepal have harvested honey and their slash-and-burn mode of existence has always been...
Nepal is a hub for souvenirs. The country offers a range of products as souvenirs or gifts. These large varieties include pashmina, painting, handicrafts, gemstones, lokta papers, spices, tea, shaligram, rudraksha, prayer wheels, pot/ glass pipe, and pottery. All...
Hukka Pot, also known as Sisha, originated in the middle east in the 16th Century. In Nepal, it became popular in the 1960s and ’70s during the time of the hippie movement. Mostly consumed by the elderly of Nepalese communities, Sisha traditionally is made up of...
Prayer flags are mystical, rectangular-shaped colorful flags. The bringer of peace, power, positivity, and wisdom- Prayer flag symbolizes Buddhism and is admired by Buddhists around the globe. The tradition of prayer flags can be dated back to 2000 years. Widely...
Art of cultural and religious value, the Thangka is a Tibetan painting that depicts the wheel of life, Mandala, or Life of Buddha. Devoid of any negative emotions, this piece of art is painted and displayed in Monasteries, Temples, and Homes. Artists devote long...
This piece of craftsmanship symbolizes Buddhism being the essence for the seeker of peace and spiritual prosperity. Playing by resting the bowls on the flat hand and rotating the mallet around the outside rim of the bowl creates hum that is used to invoke a state...
The relationship between Nepalese and Hemp dates centuries back. Nepalese have been using hemp fiber derived from the Cannabis plant since ancient times. These are naturally grown plant that grows up to the height of 20 ft, making it environmentally and...
Khukuri is a middle length curved knife owned by the Gurkhas during the Anglo-Nepal war. Made in the hilly region of Nepal, mainly ‘Bhojpur,’ this knife goes through the arduous process of heating, cutting, forging, shaping, sharpening, and polishing. Khukuri is a...
Woodcrafts and sculpture intricately designed by the different small ethnicities of Nepal are culturally and religiously magnificent craftsmanship. When you visit Nepal, you can see these sculptures and wooden crafts engraved in windows and doors of different...
Hand-knotted carpet is the specialty of Nepal. These rugs are a rendition of elegance. Hand-knotted carpets have a touch of sacredness to it because each rug is made by a skilled weaver who spends months tying every single knot to form beautiful patterns. This...
