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There are many legends about the origin of how the Kumari Jatra tradition started. The most popular one is of King Jaya Prakash Malla, the last ruler of the Malla dynasty, which tells how the goddess Kumari vanished when the queen finds out to whom the King secretly visited every night.
The assimilation of Taleju and Kumari occurred in Kathmandu and is said to have been during the reign of King Jaya Prakash Malla, the last Malla king of Kathmandu. The most well-known tale of the living goddess was born during the reign of Malla Kings.
There are several tales about the history and culture of Nepal. Among all those legends and stories, one is the goddess Kumari. The story tells about the origin of the goddess Kumari, a living goddess worshipped by Hindus and Buddhists of Nepal.
The Legend of Min Nath: smaller chariot paraded along the streets of Patan during Rato Matsyendranath festival worship dates back longer than of Rato Matsyendranath. Before the Rato Matsyendranath festival in Kathmandu, there use to be another chariot festival. A chariot of an idol, Min Nath or Karunamaya.
A smaller chariot pulled by children and young adults embarks from the heart of the city, to welcome Karunamaya. According to oral traditions, being the elder god of Lalitpur without his permission, Karunamaya cannot enter the city. Thus, Chak Baha Dyo comes to the outskirts of Lalitpur to ceremonially welcome Karunamaya.
A tale that relates to Yog Narendra Malla, a 17th century Malla King who told his people that till the golden bird stays perched atop the serpent head, the elephants remain standing on the stairway, and the Gaurda doesn’t lay pearls as large as hen’s egg. Let his countrymen know that he is alive inside his Royal Palace.
Every city has it’s riveting tales passed down from one generation to another through written or oral traditions. These folk tales help create an aura of mysticism and magic; bring life to the city. Such as the legend of “The little golden bird of prosperity,” atop a serpent head rising above the golden statue of King Yog Narendra Malla at Lalitpur Dubar Square.
The Himalayas that belt across Northern Nepal holds some of the most magical destinations in the world. Concealed by tall peaks and clouded under the heavy snow, the experience of discovery is as close to finding Shangri-La. Places invisible, trail treacherous, and weather unpredictable but yet the fruit heavenly.
Island Peak, standing at 6189m as the extension of both the Lhotse and Mount Everest, also known as the Imja Tse, is one of the most popular, exciting, and stunning destinations to trek in Nepal.
Nepal is known for its spectrum of diversities. From culture, ethnicities, geography, to food. Here lies a bit of paradise in every nook and corner you choose to explore. Mentioned below are four must-visit travel destinations in the hilly region of the country for you to add to your next travel season.
Nepali architecture embodies history and tradition. The temples, shrines, palaces, and ancient buildings have stood the test of time and exhibit artistic brilliance. All these marvelous ancient architectures are the prime attraction to tourists, both local and foreign.
We explored the scenic hiking routes of Shivapuri National Park and Sankhu to Bajrayogini Hike. Shivapuri National Park is one of the closest national parks to the capital that offers a natural trail filled with water bodies, flora, and fauna. And Shanku, a historic Newar settlement, one of many checkpoints in the old trade route to Tibet that over time has managed to keep its ancient roots alive.
