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Culture Clash in "Arresting God in Kathmandu" by Samrat UpadhyahBook review of "Arresting God in Kathmandu" by Samrat Upadhyah. A collection of short fictional stories addressing contemporary life in Nepal. Published in 2001 by the Houghton Mifflin Company. -
Trekking Nepal's Kathmandu ValleyToday, Kathmandu Valley still exhibits a living, breathing society, and a vital culture that has survived the ages throughout history. Get information on travelling in this area in this article. -
Patan: The Alternative to KathmanduA guide to staying in Patan, located across the river from Kathmandu, Nepal. A major tourist attraction in its own right, it is a less touristed alternative. -
Growing Up in Kathmandu, NepalGrowing up in Kathmandu, Nepal I was a rebellious child. For me any rules, any standards were there to stifle my independence. Naturally, I was not teacher's pet and not a popular student.
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Visiting KathmanduMost experts believe that the Newars were the original inhabitants of the Kathmandu Valley, high in the mountains of Nepal, a country north of India, but their origins are shrouded in mystery.
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West Lafayette, Indiana and Kathmandu, Nepal: Similarites and DifferencesComparing West Lafayette with Kathmandu is like finding similarities and differences between apples and oranges. They are very different, yet there are some subtle similarities.
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Restaurant Review: Kathmandu Kitchen in Davis, California - Indian-Nepali Food at Its FinestWhere can you get good Indian food in the Sacramento area? Go south to downtown Davis and visit Kathmandu's Kitchen -
Day Trips from Kathmandu: PashupatinathA travel guide to Pashupathinath, the Hindu holy site in the suburbs of Kathmandu. -
Cities in Kathmandu ValleyKathmandu valley contains three of the largest cities in Nepal (Kathmandu, Bhaktapur/Bhadgaon, and Patan/Lalitpur).
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Beijjing to Kathmandu a Journey to the Rooftop of the WorldAfter weeks of anticipation, I finally got to accomplish one of my dream of visiting Lhasa and then traveling on through the region to Mt Everest's North Base Camp at 5,545 meters (18,192 ft),
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Traveling Solo in KathmanduEncounters with friendly people in the city could become expensive and even dangerous. Here are some tips for your next visit to Nepal.
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Day Trips from Kathmandu: BoudhanathA travel guide for taking a day trip to one of the world's largest Buddhist monuments, Nepal's Boudhanath. -
KFC and Pizza Hut Hit KathmanduThe grand opening came at a time when Nepal was caught up in a big controversy over animal rights and what is acceptable in the name of religion when it comes to the treatment of animals.
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World Press Freedom Day and Unforgettable Scene in KathmanduNepali press has to examine its relationship with the politicians and business community.
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Nepal Airlines ReviewThe ground experience at KTM was less than pleasant. Fortunately I found the on-board and the lounge experiences much more accommodating. -
Nepal's Human Rights Commission Asks Govt to Punish Armymen Involved in Bardiya KillingThe report, presented in a press conference in Kathmandu, categorically states that the Nepal Army has produced a fake report of the women attacking the security force with guns.
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Freedom to Abort Cannot Supersede Right to LifeNepal's online media reported in late November that police found a dead baby's head near the banks of a river in Kathmandu. As the body was not recovered, police believed that stray dogs probably ate it.
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World Water Day Celebrations Educate, EntertainOn March 22, people throughout the world will celebrate United Nations' World Water Day (WWD) with concerts, athletic contests, symposia, and other events, each based upon this year's theme, "Shared Waters, Shared Opportunities." -
A Goal Now for a Bright Future LaterIt was a summer day in '98 in the city of Kathmandu. It had been about two months I joined Kumari Youth Club. We had a home game against a nearby club.
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Bhaktapur: Nepal's Open MuseumA look at the town of Bhaktapur in the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal. The heart of the Newari culture, it has more temples and monuments stuffed into its little space than anywhere else in Nepal. -
Pro-Independence Tibetans Demonstrated Inside UN ComplexAbout 50 Tibetans on 28 March demonstrated in Kathmandu with the placard of "FREE TIBET".
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I Have Seen God! Have You?Walking alone on the streets of Kathmandu, I see many of the children on the streets. I often think about them; what are they doing in the streets? Hy are they here?
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My View of September 11, 2001 in Kathmandu, NepalSeptember 11,2001 means different things to different people. The event which changes the shape of foreign policy worldwide, the way of air travel and foreign relations, is also known as a "Kennedy assassination" moment of the new generation.
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Anti-China Protests and Nepal's Geopolitical SensitivityThe Nepal government led by pro-India Nepali Congress has found itself in a difficult position as to Sino-Nepal relations and the everyday anti-China Tibetan protests in Kathmandu.
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Vacations for Spiritual MeaningMt. Kailash, a revered mountain to Buddhists, HIndus, Bons, and Jains, is a spectacular vacation destination. Intrepid travelers can access Kailash from Kathmandu or Beijing. Kailash provides a vacation of a lifetime.
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Journalist Arrested on Charge of Affiliation to Armed GroupPrevious media reports in Kathmandu indicated that the Ranavir Sena (literal translation: War Hero Army) blasted bombs in Kathmandu with a key demand to restore monarchy as well as Hindu kingdom.
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Begging Cannot Simply Be BannedIn South Asia, begging '" in cities big and small '" is very common. Walking around Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, one will see children, adults and senior citizens asking strangers to be a little merciful.
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Arms Smugglers Seeking to Initiate Civil War in NepalMedia reports in Kathmandu say Nepal police on Wednesday seized a big quantity of sophisticated arms and ammunitions from a gang.
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Theresa McGallicher: Newbie Content Producer and Great TalentSo folks, I still enjoy introducing newer folks more than I do introducing someone already...
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KBR's Ambitions and Nepali Laborersn August 2004, 12 Nepali laborers were kidnapped and killed by an Iraqi insurgent group called Ansar al Sunna. The men had left Nepal after being promised a lucrative job in a luxury hotel in Amman, Jordan.
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One Word with Maricia AdhikariWhen I interviewed Marcia Adhikari for a new segment called one word. -
Visiting the Little-Known Countries in AsiaThose planning on visiting Asia (at least as arm-chair travelers!) should find this list of exotic little-known countries helpful.
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Ziggy - The Wonder DogThe story of our special pet, Ziggy. -
Nepal's Tibet DilemmaNepal's Prime Minister Prachanda, during his visit to Beijing to attend the closing ceremony of the Olympics and meet with the country's leaders, said that Nepal wants to maintain a balanced relationship with both of its neighbors - India and China.
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Somali Tourists Demand Refugee Status in NepalAbout 35 Somalis, including children and women, on Wednesday afternoon demanded the refugee status from the Nepal government.
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Keeping Government Out of ReligionWhen Nepal's Maoist lead coalition government decided to cut state funding for religious worship and various cultural practices-including ritual animal sacrifices, it is safe to assume they had no idea what they were getting into.
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The Top 10 Destinations on the US Travel Advisory List - Part IThe author's pick of top 10 destinations inspired by US travel warnings -
"Red"Nepal Threat to India?Maoists winning majority of seats at the Constituent Assembly polls and their rise as Nepal's legitimate political force has undoubtedly ruffled feathers at different corners worldwide.
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Pokhara is a Very Beautiful Place and Popular Tourist AttractionIt is the capital of Kaski District, Gandaki Zone and the Western Development Region. It is also one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal. -
How to Prepare and Pack for the Annapurna Circuit TrekThe Annapurna Circuit is one of the most popular treks in Nepal for good reason. It traverses the Himalaya mountain range and summits Thorung La pass at an altitude of 17,770 ft (5416 m), offering phenomenal views of green valleys, forests and more.
