After spending an entire year in Kathmandu, you can imagine how much we wanted to get out and explore. With so few options, we have really started to dig even deeper into the areas surrounding the Kathmandu Valley. I always felt like we’d seen so much of the city, yet it never disappoints with an […]
Book Review: The Dalai Lama’s Cat by David Michie
Every year for my birthday, my husband buys me a book. This year, we somehow found ourselves adopted by a sweet little street cat. Yes, you read that right. She adopted us. She decided our home was her home, and we never had the heart to tell her it wasn’t. That’s how we got Dani, […]
Celebrating Kukur Tihar: the Nepal Dog Festival
If you ask me what my favorite festival in Nepal is, the answer is definitely Tihar. Hands down, no questions asked. If you ask me my favorite day, then the answer is obviously Kukur Tihar! “Kukur” means “dog” in Nepali. As a dog lover, nothing makes me happier than celebrating Kukur Tihar in Nepal. An […]
Celebrating Mha Puja in Nepal
Getting to celebrate Mha Puja in Nepal this year was a special treat. Typically, Mha Puja is reserved for family members, so I’ve never had the chance to experience it before. Since it’s my first year as a wife, I got to participate in the lovely ritual with my family. Hindu festivals and rituals are […]
Celebrating Laxmi Puja in Nepal
One of my favorite things about living abroad is that I get to experience so many different festivals and traditions. This year, I got to participate in Laxmi Puja in Nepal. Previously, I’d celebrated the Tihar festival as a tourist, but I wasn’t able to do a lot of the things that are reserved for […]
3 Nepali Games You Can Play at Home
One of the cool things about living in another country is that you get to learn the different games they play there. Nepali games are a lot of fun and my favorite ones happen to have phone apps, so you can play them at home! You can also buy these games from Amazon if you […]
10 Nepali Songs that will Transport You to Nepal
Learning about a culture means so many things. You can learn about customs, festivals, foods, traditions, etiquette, language and so much more. But often, people forget to think about music when visiting a country. Most cultures in the world have their own unique sound and Nepal is no different. Below are some of my favorite […]
18 Nepali Wedding Traditions Explained
As an expat in Nepal, I had been invited to a few Nepali weddings, and honestly, I had no idea what was going on. When it was time for me and Suraj to get married, I wanted to understand the traditions and significance of what we would be doing during the ceremony. We would be […]
Holi in Nepal: Why, How & Where to Celebrate
Holi is a Hindu festival celebrated in India and Nepal which typically takes place in March. Today, it has become a popular festival among tourists who enjoy its bright colors and playful atmosphere. Those who want to participate should learn a little about the meaning of Holi. Holi in Nepal celebrates the end of winter […]
15 Fun Facts About Nepal to Teach Kids
Nepal is such an interesting country full of culture and ancient traditions! These fun facts about Nepal are perfect if you’re looking to teach your kids about another culture or you want them to learn about Nepal for an upcoming trip. These facts are fun for the entire family to learn! Where exactly is Nepal? […]