Beyul (Tib. hidden valleys) are ‘hidden’ sacred valleys, not only in terms of their secluded geophysical locations, but also through the guardianship of Guru Rinpoche, who preserved them from being tainted by disrespectful human encroachment until the time came for them to be revealed.

Ang Dolma traces her inculcation in the ethics and practices of not only making positive choices to consume products which create minimal waste but also waste management itself back to her childhood days in Asan Tole in the heart of old Kathmandu.

Cham Dance—which has been notably referred to as a ‘great mandala of action’ and can only be performed by monks—is unique to Tibetan Buddhism, or Vajrayana. It is at one and the same time intimate and spectacular: in spite of being visually overwhelming and vibrant, it acts as a form of meditation for the dancers and spectators alike.

Account of Events 6-12 September 2025 during the historic Gen-Z movement.

Woodblock printing is a dying art in Nepal but here is one enterprise determined to keep it alive thanks to a cross-generational team of empowered women.

That the Kathmandu Valley was once a lake is a well-known fact. This article examines the reality and myths behind the draining of the lake and the establishment of a rich and vibrant civilization in the resulting valley.

In 2022, Tsherin Sherpa was the first Nepali artist ever to be represented at the prestigious Venice Biennale

One Legend, Two Faces, Three Names: Sagarmatha, Mt. Everest or Chomolungma; it is her essence, her very existence that counts, not her name.

The Char Narayan as they exist today are diverse in appearance and atmosphere in spite of their unified origins and religious significance.