You may want to understand what a “Bhoto” is before we start the tale, yes. Well, that’s a jacket. “Bhoto” translates into “a jacket” in Nepali. “Jatra” refers to “festival.” And so, you’re going to read the vest festival tale. Yes, you’ve read that right, here we have a festival for a jacket, and it’s…
नेवा: समुदायमा अधिकांशले सिठी (सिथी) नख: को रुपमा कूल (दिगू)पूजा गरेर मनाउने परम्परा रहदै आएको छ । धार्मिक रुपले यो दिनलाई जे जसरी मनाउँदै आएको भए तापनि सामाजिक रुपमा नेवा:हरु यस दिन अप्रत्यक्ष रुपमा पर्यावरण दिवसको रुपमा सयौं वर्षदेखि मनाउँदै गरेको हामी पाउँछौ । यस दिन पानीको मुहानका रुपमा रहेको कलधारा, ढुङ्गेधारा, इनार, चोक लगायत…
Amidst a nationwide lockdown, Mahasana (bathing ceremony) Rato Machhindranth (Red Macchendranath) and Kumari Puja completed quietly in Patan. Although few people gathered there, they maintain social distancing. In a presence of few hundred devotees, who wore masks and maintained their social distancing, the festival begins reports Sulabh Shrestha in Deshsanchar. As per the ritual, priest…
On the first day of Bhadra (Nepali Calendar), the Bagh Bhairab Festival is celebrated. Devotees used to round Bagh Bhairab Temple for 108 times for successful and healthy blessings on the occasion of the Bagh Bhairab festival. Pic Source: Narayan Maharjan
Indra Jatra is a standout amongst the greatest Jatra (Festival) from claiming Kathmandu valley. It may be also known as Yanya Punhi ( full moon) this may be praised both Toward buddhist Also Hindus. Varieties of societies Also conventions could a chance to be seen ahead this celebration. It may be additionally accepted that indra…
Kathmandu – I had a challenge to write an article on the influence, attraction and centrality of Nepal City or the capital. Considering this, some topics were opened. The first thing was romantic. Nepal Valley and Alpapuri Kanpurpuri have been known as Kathmandu after coming shortly. But I call it ‘Nepal City’ for easy. I have Nepali consciousness centered…
Nepal is a diverse country with around 125 different ethnic groups and 123 different languages. Before I arrived, I assumed everyone was Nepali and spoke Nepalese. While that is kind of true, there are a variety of different ethnic groups. Further, among each ethnic group there are subgroups. I’ve been lucky enough to make friends…
Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of Nepal, Khokana Village stands as a remarkable testament to the country’s rich cultural heritage and natural beauty. Tucked away just a short distance from the bustling city of Kathmandu, this charming village offers a tranquil escape for travelers seeking an authentic experience off the beaten path. In this article,…
Welcome to Khokana, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the Kathmandu Valley in Nepal. This traditional Newari village boasts a unique way of life and cultural heritage that has stood the test of time. In this blog article, we will take you on a virtual journey through the narrow alleys, picturesque architecture, and…
English नेपाल भाषा (Newari / Nepal Bhasa) Welcome लसकुस Hello (General greeting) ज्वजलपा How are you? म्हं फु ला? Reply to ‘How are you?’ जितः ला म्हं फु, छन्तः ले? Long time no see गुल्लि दत मखङ्गु। What’s your name? छिगू नां छु? My name is … जिगू नां … खः। Where are you from?…
Bansuri is an tool of woodwind that primarily accompanies Paschima, Dapha Khin or Koncha Khin. There are three types of Basuri: Ghor, Majhawala and Teep, generating low, medium and high tones.
Biska Jatra is a chariot parade festival primarily celebrated in Bhaktapur to mark the coming of spring. The festival is observed for eight nights and nine days. On the first few days of Biska Jatra, the deities Bhairav and Bhadrakali are worshiped in their respective chariots amid various special tantric rituals. On the fourth day,…
As the mellow dusk sets against the busy Newa neighborhood, giving way to a serene blue sky, an elderly woman looks nostal gically over the newly wed bride. The old woman, who was also once a bride, stands observing the unfolding story of human hopes enduring against the creases of time. Had it not been…
If the kid is the kid, it is structured in six or seven months of birth. But if the kid is the girl then in 5 months this ceremony will take place. Family members, relatives have been collected and this ceremony is being conducted. After worshiping Ganesh, the kid is provided rice pudding with lots…
“Newari” is vulgar term for the true name “Nepalbhasa” or “Nepalese”– Dharmaditya Dharmacharya(in a letter to Silvan Levi) The Newars talk Nepal Bhasha, the Sino-Tibetan group’s Himalayan language of Tibetan-Burman branch. It was wrongly called by Nepal’s Westerners and non-Newars by the word ‘ Newari.’ It has been known as Nepal Bhasha since the very…
Choila Choila is basically a meat item, the meat is always of buffalo, and the meat is cut into long chunky pieces and then seared over the flame, the flame leaves a char on the meat as well as cooks the meat to perfection, the long chunky pieces of meat are then cut into bite…
