About Nagbahal

Nagbahal is located in the heart of the city of Lalitpur in the Kathmandu Valley in Nepal. Nagbahal was originally a Buddhist monastery, but the original buildings are now gone. What is left is a large courtyard. In spite of that, this bahal still retains its religious and cultural significance.
Rudravarna Mahavihar or Uku Bahal - An ancient monastery in Patan, Nepal

Newari Bahals – social norms & lifestyle

1
Jun
2022
Culture
Bahals (Nepal Bhasa:बहाः) are courtyard generally constructed by Newari families and their descendants reside in it for generations. Hence, it is not just a unit of residence but also a unit of kinship. The Guthis of Newars have their basis on Bahals. They play an enormous role in maintaining the norms of Newari society and lifestyle. The characteristics of a Baha are: - A square or rectangular space bounded by buildings in all sides - Surrounding .
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Tales of Hiranya Varna Mahavihar – The Golden Temple

22
May
2022
Buddhas, Dharma
The golden and its sublime architectural design, the marvelous artefacts and engrossing stories have startled the of visitors and left them pondering for years. is a captivating city boasting some majestic temples and monasteries poking out from behind modern buildings to those found along the old narrow alleys and streets There are many shrines dedicated to in Patan and you don’t have to be practicing Buddhism to appreciate the architectural significance .
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