Introduction Nestled in the heart of the majestic Himalayas, Nepal boasts a tradition that is as ancient as it is captivating – honey hunting. This unique practice involves the daring gathering of honey from wild bee colonies, and it has been an integral part of the Nepalese culture for generations. In this article, we will […]
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Introduction The Yakthung, also known as the Limbu tribe, is an indigenous group of the Himalayan region that spans across eastern Nepal, Sikkim, and western Bhutan. Yakthungba and Yakthumma are the terms used to describe Limbu men and women respectively. The name Yakthung is derived from the word Yaksha, which means “Yaksha winner” in ancient
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Introduction The Rai people belong to the Kirat family, a Tibeto-Burman linguistic ethnicity. They primarily reside in the eastern regions of Nepal, as well as in the Indian states of Sikkim, Darjeeling, Kalimpong Hills, and in southwestern Bhutan. They are considered to be one of the oldest tribes in Nepal and historically inhabited the area
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Introduction to Tharu people The Tharu people are officially one of the 59 indigenous ethnic groups of Nepal, chiefly residing in the southern parts of Nepal and northern parts of India. They make up about 6.6% of the total population, By the government of India, they are recognized as a scheduled tribe of India. They
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Introduction To Sherpas Sherpas are the originally Tibetan ethnic group chiefly residing in the mountainous regions of Nepal, Sikkim state of India, and Tingri county(Tibet). They have lived in the Himalayas for centuries and are known for their skill and stamina as mountaineers and guides. Sherpa has played a crucial role in the history and
Introduction To Tamangs Among the 59 recognized indigenous groups of Nepal, Tamangs are one of them. They represent about 5.6% of the total population of Nepal, according to the census 2011. Not only this, Tamang are the largest population, who follow Buddhism in Nepal i.e 90.3%. They are the inhabitants of the Himalayan region of
Introduction To Gurungs Gurungs are the ethnolinguistic indigenous group of Nepal, living mainly in the Hilly and Himalayan foothills. A few of them are also scattered across India, especially in the regions with a predominantly Nepali diaspora population(Sikkim, Darjeeling area) In their language, they call themselves “Tamu“. “Ta” in Tamu refers to thunder, whereas “mu”
Magars are one of the oldest indigenous ethnic groups of Nepal, residing mainly in the western and southern parts of Nepal. They are the third largest ethnolinguistic group in Nepal, representing about 7.1% of Nepal. Some of them also live in northern India, especially in the state of Sikkim. The northernmost Magar are mainly Buddhists,