Author :
Publisher : Inner Traditions
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 18,81 MB
Release : 1995-09-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780892815401
Award-winning photographer Kevin Bubriski captures in stunning detail the sacred places of Nepal's Kathmandu Valley. Noted scholar Keith Dowman provides history and commentary on the significance of the sites.
Author : Mike Howard
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 17,94 MB
Release : 2017
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1426218397
Written by the founders of HoneyTrek.com, this inspiring book reveals hidden-gem destinations and insider tips for unforgettable couples travel. In these informative pages, Mike and Anne Howard--officially the World's Longest Honeymooners and founders of the acclaimed travel blog HoneyTrek--whisk you away to journeys of a lifetime. Drawing on their experience traveling together across seven continents, they curate the globe and offer tested-and-approved recommendations for intrepid couples, bringing culture, adventure, and romance to any couple--no matter their age or budget. Chapters are organized by type of destination (for example, beaches, mountains, and deserts) to help travelers discover new places and experiences based on their interests. Each entry focuses on a specific region, getting to the essence of each locale and its one-of-a-kind offerings. The authors reveal the best time to visit, the best places to stay, and recommended activities--each with their own adventure rating to illustrate level of intensity. Special features include funny and insightful stories from the Howards' own adventures, expert advice from other renowned traveling couples, and tips to increase the romance and excitement at each destination. A large map shows every location covered in the book, and each entry has a locator map depicting the city and country. Both entertaining and informative, this book is an invaluable resource and inspiration for a lifetime of travel.
Author : Wiesner
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 35,81 MB
Release : 1978-12
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9004646485
Author : Sudarshan Raj Tiwari
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,22 MB
Release : 2022
Category : Temples
ISBN : 9789937597715
Author : Wolfgang Korn
Publisher :
Page : 125 pages
File Size : 28,84 MB
Release : 1979
Category :
ISBN :
Author : Samrat Upadhyay
Publisher : HMH
Page : 207 pages
File Size : 21,99 MB
Release : 2014-09-23
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0547526210
From “a major new talent” come short stories set in modern Nepal, about arranged marriages, forbidden desires, and the universal yearning for human connection (Amitav Ghosh). Set in a city where gods are omnipresent, privacy is elusive, and family defines identity, these are stories of men and women caught between their own needs and the demands of their society and culture. Psychologically rich and astonishingly acute, with “a masterful narrative style” (Ian MacMillan), Arresting God in Kathmandu introduces a potent new voice in contemporary fiction. “Upadhyay brings to readers the flavor of Nepal and its culture in this impressive collection of nine short stories. Like Ha Jin’s Bridegroom, Upadhyay’s stories portray the lives of simple yet psychologically complex characters and reveal much about the universal human condition in us all. . . . Upadhyay’s stories leave the reader with much food for thought and will make a good choice for book discussion groups.” —Library Journal
Author : Lisa Choegyal
Publisher :
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 31,24 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Architecture
ISBN :
Kathmandu Valley Style captures the wealth of the past and illustrates how influences from the Malla Newar, Tibetan and Rana architecture have been incorporated into present-day buildings and lifestyles. Using traditional themes and building techniques in the restored historic and new structures has breathed fresh life into Kathmandu s rich living cultural heritage, and provided additional attractions for visitors.
Author : Benoytosh Bhattacharyya
Publisher :
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 45,43 MB
Release : 1924
Category : Art
ISBN :
Author : Keith Dowman
Publisher :
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 25,74 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Buddhist pilgrims and pilgrimages
ISBN :
With reference to Kathmandu Valley in Nepal; includes traveler information.
Author : Thomas Bell
Publisher : Haus Publishing
Page : 592 pages
File Size : 49,64 MB
Release : 2016-04-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1910376396
One of the greatest cities of the Himalaya, Kathmandu, Nepal, is a unique blend of thousand-year-old cultural practices and accelerated urban development. In this book, Thomas Bell recounts his experiences from his many years in the city—exploring in the process the rich history of Kathmandu and its many instances of self-reinvention. Closed to the outside world until 1951 and trapped in a medieval time warp, Kathmandu is, as Bell argues, a jewel of the art world, a carnival of sexual license, a hotbed of communist revolution, a paradigm of failed democracy, a case study in bungled western intervention, and an environmental catastrophe. The layered development of the city can be seen in the successive generations of its gods and goddesses; its comfort in the caste system and ethos of aristocracy and kingship; and the recent destabilizing effects of consumerist approaches and the push for egalitarianism and democracy. In important ways, Kathmandu’s rapid modernization can be seen as an extreme version of what is happening in other traditional societies. Bell also discusses the ramifications of the recent Nepal earthquake. A comprehensive look at a top global destination, Kathmandu is an entertaining and accessible chronicle for anyone eager to learn more about this fascinating city.
