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Sound of Himalayas: Tungna’s ethnomusicology and its waning craft
Tungna is a traditional folk music instrument in need of promotion, institutionalisation, and commercial recognition. Crafting a Tungna takes approximately a month — from carving to setting up the whole instrument. Luthiers who make the lute are few in number as it is difficult to be financially stable in its production, leaving an undeniable necessity for …
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Sound of Himalayas: Tungna’s ethnomusicology and its waning craft
Tungna is a traditional folk music instrument in need of promotion, institutionalisation, and commercial recognition. Crafting a Tungna takes approximately a month — from carving …
Upper Mustang: The lost Kingdom of Lo and mysterious-looking caves
Lo Manthang is testament to its blend of history, architecture, archaeology, and religious heritage, providing visitors with a glimpse into the captivating tapestry of Nepal’s …
Musician Robin’s legacy of blues rock in Nepal
Rockstar and actor Robin Tamang exposed the Nepali music scene to blues rock music in the late 1990s, when he came to Nepal for the …
Murals have ancient roots in Nepal, dating back to the 11th century, however, are less talked about and written on as compared to other forms …
Kakrebihar: Tale of ruins, restoration efforts, and folklores
The 12th century shrine in a hillside location features figures, images and narrative scenes of Buddha, depicting his life history.
Know about Nepal's one of the popular folk dances
Traders, small businesses meet and converge in this teeming-with-life biweekly haat bazaar that also serves as an important place for cultural exchange and transformation
