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Setting Nepali music in world music map

Setting Nepali music in world music map

- by Kiran Lama

In the world, Nepal is recognized as the country of Mt Everest and birthplace of Gautam Buddha however, its rich culture is yet to be exposed. Nevertheless, artists from Kutumba and Kanta dAb dAb are all set to represent Nepal in the world’s biggest music expo World Music Expo (WOMEX) to give the world a taste of authentic Nepali music.

‘Art is Power’ on display

‘Art is Power’ on display

‘Art is Power’; an artistic outcome by the girls who are asking for an equal world through their art work for the equal representation has begun at Siddhartha Art Gallery, Baber Mahal Revisited. One week long exhibition kicked off on September 22 that features around 150 representative artworks by girls.

Poetry detoxifies mental toxin:  Viplob Pratik

Poetry detoxifies mental toxin:  Viplob Pratik

- by Kiran Lama

Viplob Pratik is a prolific name when it comes to poems, lyrics, and translation in contemporary Nepali literary fraternity.  Born and raised in Kathmandu, Pratik has penned over a hundred poems in Nepali and English including two poem collections: 'The person kissed by moon' and 'Nahareko Manchhe'.

How to make a perfect tea

How to make a perfect tea

- by Republica

Tea has been the beverage of choice served in honor of guests. However, with the changing time, its purposes have also diversified. In the Nepali society, though tea was primarily consumed to stimulate energy, it has gained prominence for its vast health benefits.

4 things about divine architect and craftsman: Lord Vishwakarma

4 things about divine architect and craftsman: Lord Vishwakarma

- by Sangita Shrestha

According to the ‘Rig Veda’, Vishwakarma is the personification of creative power of the Supreme Being and the divine architect of the universe who invented many architectural wonders along with tools/weapons for gods/goddesses. And here’s a list of five things about him and his invention:

Are you ready for Kumari Rath Jatra?

Are you ready for Kumari Rath Jatra?

- by Sangita Shrestha

The first day begins from Kumari Ghar, Basantapur and heads toward Chikanmugal, Jaisi Dewal, Lagan, Hyumat, Bhimsensthan, Maru and halts at Kumari Ghar. Lord Ganesh’s chariot is pulled first, followed by Lord Bhairab and then Kumari.

Paintings that speak history of Nepal

Paintings that speak history of Nepal

- by Prasanta Lamichhane

Nevertheless, if you wish, you were able to see them in clear picture, then the ongoing exhibition ‘Nepal through the ages’ by 82-year-old, veteran artist Hari Prasad Sharma at Nepal Art Council, Babermahal is the place to visit.

Food as per your taste

Food as per your taste

- by Republica

It is not just the presentation of the food but also the taste that pulls people toward food. A total of 40 years of journey with matching up to guest’s palate and running with the aim of ‘Food for thought’, Hotel Shangri - La Kathmandu launched a new menu on Sunday.

Mustang through Bidhata’s eyes on display

Mustang through Bidhata’s eyes on display

- by Sangita Shrestha

Bidhata has been showcasing the theme of architectural beauty intertwined with history, culture and religion of Mustang since, her visit to Mustang few years ago. Before, that she consistently used leaves as her major motif in her painting, comparing their characteristics with life in general.

If you are fearless, you are stupid!

If you are fearless, you are stupid!

- by Kiran Lama

"How’re you feeling now?" A bungee-master at the Last Resort asked me before plunging into Bhote Koshi where the bridge is above 160m above the ground.