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Over 800 Rare Nepali Documents Return Home After Decades in German Collection

More than 800 historical Nepali manuscripts and documents dating from the 13th to the 20th century have been formally handed over to Nepal’s National Archives after decades in the private collection of German collector Josef Peter Rindfleisch. The archive includes centuries-old palm-leaf records, royal orders, legal documents, manuscripts and travel accounts that provide valuable evidence of Nepal’s political, legal, social and cultural history.

Oct 2

From a Sacred Tree to Kathmandu’s Streets: The Journey That Begins Indra Jatra

The sacred Yosin, or Yoh Sim, was brought from Nala forest in Kavrepalanchok to Kathmandu on September 15 as preparations began for Indra Jatra 2026, one of Kathmandu Valley’s most important traditional festivals. The wooden pole will be ceremonially raised at Hanuman Dhoka with Indra’s flag and ritual symbols, continuing a centuries-old tradition connected with the legend of Indra’s capture and release, as well as rain, fertility and the Valley’s historic farming culture.

Sep 16

Dolakha Celebrates Return Of Historic Akash Bhairav Crowns After Nearly Three Decades

Two centuries-old Akash Bhairav crowns, missing from Dolakha for nearly three decades, have been brought back to the district after being recovered from museums in the United States. The artifacts were welcomed through traditional ceremonies and formally reinstalled, restoring an important part of Dolakha's cultural and religious heritage.

Jun 19