Issue 216 | November 2019
It was spring, and the weather was rosy and lovely. A sparrow gently flew in and perched itself on the gajur (spire) of the roof of the traditional...
Rituals are an integral part of various cultures globally. They are not always religious in nature, but can include those to fulfill rites of passage, purification rituals, oaths of allegiance,...
The mercury falling gives way to a set of uniquely Nepali delights that, while most can be enjoyed year-round, are especially satisfying at this time of year. Pick one to...
Pokhara’s one and only theatre has fast become a source of great pride for playgoers in the Lake City. As word spreads after each great performance, this playhouse...
Returning to the bustle of Kathmandu after three weeks in rural Helambu was quite overwhelming. I’d become so accustomed to the sound of silence, interrupted only by the...
If you travel to a new country, then you must be sure to try the most local food and drinks, and to experience authentic life in Nepal, Socialtours...
Have you ever seen a city like this before, having a birds’ eye view of it all for over thirty minutes? In that very moment, soaring into the...
Most people love pumpkins whether green or orange. However, have you ever tried eating pumpkin blossoms, Nepali-style? It’s a delicacy in the southern plains of Nepal and they...
It is officially the season of citrus fruits here in Nepal. The country is never short of delicious offerings to please the palate of most fruit lovers with...
The building was sturdy-looking, impressive; the sort that looks as if it has stood for a hundred years and will stand for a hundred more. Stone, mortar, wood...
Often, we can get so busy, moving from one appointment to the next, that we fail to simply stop for a moment or two and appreciate what’s going on around...
