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Chasing Clouds and Himalayan Peaks in Nagarkot
As enticing as the Nepal city of Bhaktapur is, with its rich history and culture, it…
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Musical Garbage Trucks, Waltz Anthems, and the Peacock Window: A Week in Bhaktapur
Our first full week in Bhaktapur unfolded like a vivid tapestry of color, ritual, and discovery.…
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It’s 2083 – Step Back in Time: Pottery, Newar Culture, and Ancient Streets in Bhaktapur
Having spent a few days playing tourist in Kathmandu, we were ready to take off to…
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Across the River of Life: Open-Air Cremations and Sacred Spaces in Kathmandu
One of the more revealing features of any culture is how it processes death — physically,…
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Searching for a Brand-New Holiday and Finding a Living Goddess; Another Day In Kathmandu
September 8 is a national holiday in Nepal. And it’s a holiday that we think is…
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Wooden Pagodas, Nailed Rupees, and Sound Bowls: A Day in Kathmandu
If you’re ever in Kathmandu, as you really should be at some point in your life,…