Festivals & culture
Temples, Newari food, and the festivals worth planning a whole trip around — with the etiquette to do it right.
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7 min readMagar People: Nepal's Third-Largest Ethnic Group Explained
A respectful guide to the Magar people of Nepal — their homeland, languages, religion, festivals, dances and Gurkha heritage, with 2021 census figures.
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8 min readMaha Shivaratri at Pashupatinath — Festival Guide for Visitors
Maha Shivaratri turns Pashupatinath into Nepal's biggest Shiva pilgrimage. What to expect from the crowds, sadhus, and night vigil, and how to visit.
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9 min readMasala Chiya: Nepal's Spiced Milk Tea, Explained
What masala chiya is, the spice blend behind Nepal's spiced milk tea, how to order it, drink it on the trail, and brew it at home like a local.
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8 min readMeditation Retreat Nepal: Monasteries, Types & Tips
How to choose a meditation retreat in Nepal — Buddhist monasteries, Vipassana and yoga-based options, what to expect, costs and the best time to go.
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8 min readMomos — A Traveler's Guide to Nepali Momo Dumplings
What momos are, the buff and jhol momo varieties to try, where to eat them in Kathmandu, and how to make them at home. Nepal's favorite dumpling.
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9 min readMonastery Stay Nepal: Guide for Travellers 2026
A practical guide to a monastery stay in Nepal — where to go, what a day looks like, costs, etiquette and how to book a respectful Buddhist retreat.
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6 min readWho Has the Most Everest Summits? Record Holders
A guide to the most Everest summits ever recorded, from Kami Rita Sherpa's all-time record to the women's and non-Nepali milestones.
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8 min readMuktinath Temple: Pilgrimage Guide & How to Reach
A guide to Muktinath temple in Mustang — its meaning to Hindus and Buddhists, the 108 water spouts, the eternal flame, how to reach it, and visitor tips.
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5 min readNepal Cricket Live Score: Best Apps & Sites to Follow
An evergreen guide to following Nepal cricket live scores — the best apps, websites, TV channels and official sources for ball-by-ball updates and commentary.
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6 min readNepal Cricket Schedule: How & Where to Find Fixtures
An evergreen guide to the Nepal cricket schedule — where to find official fixtures, how the international calendar works, and which tournaments Nepal plays in.
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7 min readNepal Cricket Team: History, ODI Status and Rise
A neutral, fact-checked guide to the Nepal cricket team: its history, ICC membership, ODI status, record-breaking players and rise on the world stage.
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4 min readCricket in Nepal: Why a Nation Fell in Love
A short, fact-checked intro to cricket in Nepal: how the sport became a national phenomenon, its passionate fans, big moments and where to watch.
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8 min readNepal Dress Code: What to Wear as a Tourist
A practical Nepal dress code guide for tourists: temples, cities, treks and safaris, what is modest, and what to leave at home.
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8 min readNepal Etiquette: Do's and Don'ts Every Tourist Needs
A clear guide to Nepal etiquette for tourists: namaste, the right hand, feet, jutho food, temples, photography and dress, so you travel respectfully.
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8 min readThe Nepal Flag: Meaning, Colours & History Explained
A clear guide to the Nepal flag — its crimson and blue colours, the sun and moon, the double-pennant shape, its history, and how it is drawn by geometry.
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6 min readFootball in Nepal: National Team, ANFA & Leagues
A clear, fact-checked guide to football in Nepal — the Gorkhali national team, the ANFA governing body, the A-Division League and Nepal Super League.
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8 min readNepal Monarchy Restoration: The Movement Explained
A neutral, factual account of Nepal's monarchy restoration movement — the demands, the 2023–2025 protests, and what it means for the republic today.
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8 min readNepal Monarchy: History of the Shah Dynasty to 2008
A clear, sourced history of the Nepal monarchy — from the Shah dynasty and unification under Prithvi Narayan Shah to the abolition of the monarchy in 2008.
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8 min readNepal Religion: Is Nepal a Hindu Country? (2026)
Nepal religion explained: 81% Hindu, 8% Buddhist, plus Islam and Kirat. Is Nepal a Hindu country? Why it's a secular state, and how faith shapes life.
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6 min readNepal at the T20 World Cup: History & Appearances
How Nepal reached the ICC T20 World Cup — qualification history, every appearance from 2014 onward, key results, and what the cricket boom means for the country.
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8 min readNepal Temples: A Tourist's Guide to the Best Ones
A tourist guide to Nepal temples: the must-visit Hindu and Buddhist sites, the architecture styles, entry rules and how to plan your visits.
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7 min readNepal vs UAE Cricket: Head-to-Head Rivalry Overview
Nepal vs UAE cricket head-to-head: a verified, evergreen guide to the Associate rivalry, with key ODI and T20I results, dates and sources.
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7 min readNepal vs West Indies Cricket: A Historic Upset Story
Nepal vs West Indies cricket: how Nepal beat two-time champions West Indies in 2025 for a historic first, plus the evergreen head-to-head with sources.
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7 min readNepalese Food: A Regional Guide for Travelers
A regional guide to Nepalese food — how dishes change across the Terai, hills and mountains, plus Newari, Thakali and Tharu cuisine and dining etiquette.
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