People And Culture
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The Origins and Evolution of the Nepali Language (Bhasa)
In the 18th century, the Gorkha Empire, led by King Prithvi Narayan Shah, conquered the Kathmandu Valley and made Nepali language the official language.
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The Fascinating World of Yarshagumba: The Viagra Of The Himalayas
Discover the fascinating world of Yarshagumba: the mysterious caterpillar fungus of the Himalayas. Learn about its unique characteristics and medicinal uses.
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Exploring Nepal’s Unique Tradition of Honey Hunting
Unveiling the Ancient Art of wild Honey Hunting in Nepal: Brave Gurung Tribesmen, Cliffside Adventures, and the Risks of Himalayan Red Honey.
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What’s the Difference Between Nepali and Nepalese?
Nepali and Nepalese have the same meaning when describing someone or something from Nepal. Both terms refer to the people and things from Nepal. Read more …
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Injured Gurkha Veteran Hari Buddha Magar to Make History by Conquering Mount Everest
Hari Buddha Magar, a former British Gurkha Veteran who served for 15 years with the Royal Gurkha Rifles (RGR), has…
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The last King of Mustang
The 240-year-old monarchy was overthrown on May 28, 2008, when the newly elected Constituent Assembly proclaimed Nepal the Federal Democratic…
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The Thakali
The Thakali people of Nepal are an ethnic group who are native to the Thak Khola region of Nepal. The…
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2 biggest festivals of Nepal; Dashain and Tihar
The Hindu festivals of Dashain and Tihar are the biggest and most important celebrations in Nepal. Dashain is celebrated for…
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Tharus, an ethnic indigenous people of Nepal
The Tharus are an ethnic group indigenous to the Terai, the southern foothills of the Himalayas in Nepal and India….
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From farm to peak: The lifestyle of the Sherpas
The term “Sherpa” refers to the ethnic group of people who live in the mountainous region of Nepal. Sherpas are…
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