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The Health Benefits of Ginger. Naturally, Wellness: The Health Benefits of Ginger The ancient plant ginger is grown all over the world. It is widely known for its culinary use and is found in various compositions. However, ginger is not just another spice that can be added to your cherished dishes. Ayurveda’s holistic healing approach…

Annapurna Poonhill Trek during the spring season Ghorepani Poonhill Trek during the spring season. Kay and Paul started corresponding with us with their requests to visit museums and architectural monuments of Kathmandu, which they are very passionate about, before heading out on their tailor-made trek during their nine-day visit to Nepal. They had a hectic…

Ghantakarna Chaturdasi Festival of Nepal  This festival is generally celebrated in July/August. However, this year it was on the 30th of July 2019. Since the beginning, people have given ‘peace’ offerings and sacrifices to demons, serpents, supernatural beings, and natural elements such as water, fire, and the wind. Legend has it that a demon named…

Gai Jatra festival of Nepal 23rd August 2021 11th August 2020 19th August 2019 Most festivals in Nepal have turned into a coersion today. However, in specific cases, it has become a burden financially and time-wise due to the dilution of the sources and concealed reasons. The Gai Jatra (Sa Paro in Newari), or the…

First Experience of Trekking In The Himalayas My first trekking experience was in the Nepal Himalayas. Annapurna Circuit Trek November/December 2014 A month before my fortieth birthday, I undertook my first trek, having never done anything like it or similar before. My experience with Raj’s company, Responsible Adventures, from the first e-mail I sent inquiring…

Festivals of Darjeeling and Sikkim It would help if you visited Darjeeling and Sikkim to witness the riot of the kaleidoscope of colours. Sikkim and Darjeeling are tucked away in the North-Eastern corridor of India in the shadows of the Himalayas. Sikkim is the second smallest state in India, while Darjeeling is part of West…

Festivals In Tibet Many grand and vibrant Tibetan festivals make up our Lhasa festivals and events list. The highlights are The Tibetan New Year, the Shoton Festival, and the Thangka Festival, when a giant Buddha painting is unfurled. Other festivals are associated with Buddhist monasteries and local traditions and customs. Lhasa is the centre of…

Vivaha Panchami Festival in Nepal 8th December 2021 18th December 2020 1st December 2019 12th December 2018 Vivaha Panchami is a celebration to commemorate the eternal marriage of Lor Ram (The prince of Ayodhya) and Princess Sita of Janakpur in the form of an auspicious Hindu festival. It is observed during the fifth day of…

Naag Panchami – Festival in Nepal 13th August 2021 25th July 2020 Naag Panchami festival of Nepal 5th August 2019 What is Naag Panchami? It is the day of serpents. Naags are revered on this day in Nepal. Naag means snake, and Panchami is the fifth day after the new moon, where the name for…

Krishna Janmashtami – Festival in Nepal Krishna Janmashtami -30th August 2021 Krishna Janmashtami -11th August 2020 Krishna Janmashtami 2019 – 24th August 2019 Krishna Janmashtami is the commemoration of the birth of Lord Krishna. It is also known as Janmashtami, and this occasion is celebrated with great enthusiasm. This vital day falls on the eighth…

Festival in Nepal – Indra Jatra  22nd August 2021 1st September 13th September 2019 Indra is considered the Lord of Rain and the King of heaven. Jatra means procession in Nepali. Indra Jatra is a day to celebrate him. This festival takes place in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. Some say this is a day…

Important facts about Bhutan It is not a surprise that very few people know minimal facts about Bhutan. Even the most experienced travellers will probably be unsure where the location of Bhutan. Bhutan’s government has deliberately remained closed to protect their ancient traditions even though government-approved tours are possible. Despite being a developing nation, the…