Hunting: The Terai region, with its alluvial soil, glasslands, river valleys and mixed decidous forests was once home to over 20 species of big game mammals like tiger, leopard, elephant, rhino, bear, bison and wild buffalo. It was known to be one of the best hunting grounds for Shikar or big ga...
Jewellery and Medals: During Prime Minister Jung Bahadurs period, the Indian subcontinent was in great turmoil. The Mugal Empire was disintegrating with and many Mughal royalties were fleeing to Nepal with their wealth and valuables. They were confiscated and became the property of the Prime Min...
The chaityas at Swayambhu. Swayambhu, the Self-Created or Self-Existent, is one of the most venerated and sacred Buddhist sites. Set on a hillock, west of Kathmandu City, it is reputedly the oldest settlement in the Kathmandu valley surrounded by several smaller shrines and temples. According to...
Dvarapala, a door or gate guardian portrayed as a warrior or fearsome giant, usually armed with a weapon - the most common being the gadha, mace. The dvarapala statue is a widespread architectural elements in Hindu and Buddhist temples.