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Tihar 2026: Dates, All Five Days, and Laxmi Puja Night
Seasonal

Tihar 2026: Dates, All Five Days, and Laxmi Puja Night

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8 min

Tihar 2026 runs November 7 to 11, with Laxmi Puja on Sunday, November 8. All five days with their dates from the official 2083 BS patro — including why Laxmi Puja falls a day earlier than usual this year — plus Bhai Tika, Mha Puja and Nepal Sambat, and where to see it.

Chhath Puja 2026: Dates, the Four Days, and Where to Watch
Seasonal

Chhath Puja 2026: Dates, the Four Days, and Where to Watch

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8 min

Chhath Puja 2026 runs November 12-15, with the evening offering on Saturday, November 14 and the dawn offering on Sunday, November 15. The four-day schedule, the 36-hour fast, the best ghats in Janakpur and Kathmandu, and how to watch respectfully.

Best Time to Visit Nepal: A Complete Seasonal Guide
Seasonal

Best Time to Visit Nepal: A Complete Seasonal Guide

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8 min

When should you visit Nepal? This guide breaks down each season — weather, trekking conditions, festivals, and crowd levels — so you can pick the perfect month.

Everest Base Camp vs Annapurna Circuit: Which Trek Is Right for You?
Comparison

Everest Base Camp vs Annapurna Circuit: Which Trek Is Right for You?

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10 min

Nepal's two most iconic treks compared head-to-head — difficulty, cost, scenery, logistics, and which one matches your fitness level and travel style.

10 Days in Nepal: The Ultimate First-Timer's Itinerary
Itinerary

10 Days in Nepal: The Ultimate First-Timer's Itinerary

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12 min

A day-by-day itinerary covering Kathmandu's temples, Pokhara's lakeside, a short trek, and a wildlife safari — perfect for first-time visitors with 10 days.

Nepal Trekking Permits Explained: TIMS, NP Fees & Restricted Areas
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Nepal Trekking Permits Explained: TIMS, NP Fees & Restricted Areas

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7 min

A clear breakdown of every trekking permit you need in Nepal — TIMS cards, national park fees, conservation area permits, and restricted area permits with costs and where to get them.

Nepal on a Budget: How to Travel Nepal for Under $30 a Day
Practical

Nepal on a Budget: How to Travel Nepal for Under $30 a Day

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9 min

Plan budget travel in Nepal with realistic daily costs, cheap transport, trek expenses, food prices, and a 2-week itinerary around Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan, and Lumbini.

Nepal Food Trail: A Culinary Journey From Terai to Himalaya
Regional

Nepal Food Trail: A Culinary Journey From Terai to Himalaya

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10 min

Follow the flavors of Nepal from the spicy Terai plains to Newari feasts in the Kathmandu Valley and hearty Sherpa stews at altitude — a region-by-region food guide with where to eat.

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