Pashupatinath and Lumbini – Among Ten spiritual destinations in Asia
An article on TravelPlus, entitled ‘Ten spiritual spaces across Asia’, has listed Lumbini and Pashupatinath Temple among ten of the spiritual places in Asia. Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha, while Pashupatinath temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is regarded as one of the holiest [...]
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Ten Spiritual Destinations in Asia
Bandipur
Along A Hidden Trail…
BANDIPUR
Bandipur, situated at an altitude of 1030 meters in the Western hills of Tanahu district, is an ancient Newari town that used to be the main trading center from the late 18th century to recent times before being replaced by Damauli which later became the district headquarters. Bandipur is a mere three [...]
Jatayu Restaurant - Feeding centre for vultures
Pithauli , a village in Nawalparasi District in southern Nepal, is being frequented by a large number of tourists. The attraction is Jatayu Restaurant — not a diner but a feeding centre for vultures.This feeding centre for vultures in Asia is first of a kind in Asia. The restaurant was established in Namuna Community Forest [...]
Ropai Jatra(Asadh 15)
Monsoons are underway and life at the farmsteads in Nepal are abuzz with planting activity.The farmers and their families are busy from dawn till dusk, ploughing the field, planting rice saplings in the wet and muddy earth, all the while singing folk songs and trying to complete their day’s work before dusk falls. The fields [...]
Buddhist Landmarks and Monuments
The mani stones, chortens , kaanis play an integral role in the lifestyle of the Buddhist villagers who inhabit the highland villages in the Himalayas.Chances are you may come across these Buddhist landmarks on your Himalayan journey. These landmarks have a deep spiritual significance and are built to protect the people from evil forces and [...]
Fishtail Air operates 99 Flights in April
In the month of April , Fishtail Air operated 99 flights : 22 by “BELL 206 BIII” helicopter, 54 by Equiriel “AS350B” helicopter,and 23 by Equiriel “AS350B2″ helicopter.
The highest number of flights were to Lukla/ EBC area, with a total of 29 flights carried out.
(Data : Fishtail Air Pvt Ltd)
Fishtail Air helicopter’s charter operation [...]
Historic Images of Century - Kathmandu Valley
Kathmandu Valley, known as city of temples is believed to have originated in the 8th century or even before. It boasts seven mounments listed under World Heritage Sites within a range of 7km - Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Changu Narayan, Bouddhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Stupa & Pashupatinath Temple. Here are some [...]
Bisket Jatra in Bhaktapur
Bisket Jatra celebration in Thimi, Bhaktapur
Bisket Jatra is one of the most colorful and boisterous celebration in Bhaktapur.In Thimi, the local crowd celebrate it by carrying the palanquins of Hindu deities across the town square. People smear and throw vermilion , as they carry the palanquin of the deities. Yomaris (Newari rice cake prepared especially [...]
Kullu Manali
Kullu Manali, a hill station, is located in the north Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Kullu Valley , with its natural beauty and snowy peaks is a popular destination among honeymooners and trekkers.
An orchid in bloom - Kullu Manali has a rich variety of flora
A beautiful sunset
Kullu is also known as the “Valley of Gods”
Devotees [...]
Narayanhiti Palace Museum
The Narayanhiti Palace opened as a museum from 26th February 2009, nine months after the abolition of monarchy. The museum was formally inaugurated by Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal. Ministers, foreign delegates, lawmakers, government officers and other senior citizens attended the inauguration function.
A long line of curious visitors linned up eagerly outside the museum gates when [...]