Cultural & Historical

Boudhanath Stupa is one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in the world. It is a religious site and a cultural hub for pilgrims, especially Tibetan Buddhists. Similarly, it is one of Nepal's largest, 36-meter-high, and 100-meter-wide stupas in the capital city of Kathmandu. The stupa is located just 7 km northeast of central Kathmandu,…

Pungyen Gompa, also Known as Pung Gyen, is a Buddhist Monastery in the Manaslu region. The place is sacred for the Sherpa and Tibetan Buddhists as it offers spiritual and cultural significance. Pungyen Monastery is located in the Upper Samagaun at 4000 meters above sea level. The Gompa is surrounded by snow-capped peaks and gives…

Sonam Losar: Historical and Cultural BackgroundDifference from other Losar celebrationsConnection to Tibetan Buddhism and lunar astrologyZodiac and Calendar SignificancePreparations and TraditionsRituals and CeremoniesFestivities and Cultural ActivitiesDress and IdentityModern Celebrations and Urban InfluenceTourism and Cultural ExchangePlaces to Get the Best Experience Of Sonam Lhosar in NepalTamang Heritage TrekKathmandu Tour Nepal has always been renowned for its…

It might not be surprising to hear that there is a Christmas celebration in Nepal like the rest of the Western world. The small, landlocked country where most locals are Hindus and Buddhists has an annual Christmas holiday. Nepal is a rich country when it comes to ethnic diversity. People from different castes and religions…

Sherpa and Himalayas are synonyms for one another. Sherpa people are famous for their skills in navigating and climbing mountains. As a result, they mostly serve as guides and porters for mountain expedition teams. Living in the hearts of the Himalayas, they are champions in climbing the world’s highest peaks. Sherpas are also some of…

This article highlights reasons why visiting Bhutan should be a top choice on your travel list. Discover the land where Gross National Happiness takes precedence over material wealth, where spirituality thrives, and where nature and tradition merge seamlessly. Get ready to immerse yourself in the warmth of Bhutanese hospitality, explore ancient monasteries, hike through pristine…

Being the highest region with settlements at the highest altitude in the world with an average elevation of 4,900 meters above sea level, Tibet is an ancient kingdom with a unique topography and culture which dates back to the 7th century. The capital of this region is Lhasa. Most of the Tibet has a desert…

Buddha also referred as Siddhartha Gautama was born in Lumbini, which is also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lumbini is a Buddhist pilgrimage visited by a million of followers each year. The Maya Devi Temple – where Queen Maya Devi gave birth to Lord Buddha is a major attraction among the places to…

What do you want to experience as a traveler in Nepal? Would you want to watch the sunrise from the peak of Mount Everest or raft through the streams of Himalaya? Would you love to experience Nepal as a holy pilgrimage or para-glide to catch the most beautiful landscapes? For all travel lovers, shutterbugs, pilgrims…