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Love and longing

Published On: July 12, 2019 11:26 AM NPT By: Rita Shrestha

Growing up in Bhaktapur means visiting Bhaktapur Durbar Square whenever you have some free time. And even though I’ve been to this place very often for more than a decade now, its majestic vibe never fails to soothe me and fill me with a sense of peace.

Every flavor imaginable

Published On: July 12, 2019 11:08 AM NPT By: Anweiti Upadhyay

If you’re an adventure sports enthusiast, you probably have heard about or been to Astrek Climbing Wall – the tallest and one of the oldest climbing walls in the country. For the past two months, the area around this climbing wall, that is located in Thamel, is being developed as a modern park space. The marketing manager of Astrek Group, Shannon Gomez, reveals that the park will be named Astrek Park and will most probably host its opening ceremony soon this year.

Fun is where the road is

Published On: July 12, 2019 10:48 AM NPT By: Rakshya Khadka

The first time Pratik Poudel saw a camera drone was when he was in his second year of BBA at Pokhara University. Tony Whelan, an American tourist, introduced him to the “strange” device. That was in 2011 when Pratik was still mulling over what he wanted to do in life. Whelan helped Pratik through the mechanics of the camera and that was how he started making videos.

Finding and telling stories

Published On: July 12, 2019 10:29 AM NPT By: Anweiti Upadhyay

“If you look closely enough, you will see that it’s very easy to find and read stories around us,” says Bidhya Chapagian, one of the founders of the YouTube channel Herne Katha. The channel exclusively uploads videos that make up a web series – that is also titled Herne Katha – that features gripping stories of Nepalis living ordinary lives.

Attire on hire

Published On: July 12, 2019 10:21 AM NPT By: URZA ACHARYA

Along with renting clothes, you can also put your clothes up for rent through Antidote Nepal. “This way you can make money from clothes that would otherwise be tucked away in your closet,” explains Manish Thapa.

Beginner’s guide to street photography

Published On: July 12, 2019 10:10 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Street photography can be tricky but a highly satisfying genre of photography, if done right. Street photography does not just have to be literally photos taken on the street, it can be a style of photography that showcases the beauty of life and people, from shots of shadows during dusk to clothes hung on a rope.

Made with Love Unique, handcrafted jewelry

Published On: July 12, 2019 08:51 AM NPT By: URZA ACHARYA

Jewelry has always been a big part of our ensemble, be it at weddings or formal events. But these days, however, especially among the younger generations, jewelry made of inexpensive metal, stones, and beads are more popular than items made from silver or gold.

Experimenting with Accessories

Published On: July 12, 2019 08:36 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

We all know that accessorizing right can work wonders and make a simple outfit look fabulous. But most of the times, we tend to play by the textbook and don’t really experiment with the way we style our accessories. Not only will you stand out if you style an accessory just a little differently but this can actually make the tedious task of getting ready in the morning a lot more fun. Here are a few creative ways to wear your favorite accessory.

Keeping your home clean

Published On: July 12, 2019 08:18 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Organizing your home is easy. It’s the keeping it neat, tidy, and clean afterward that’s difficult. You have to learn how to keep a clean house, day in and day out, so you don’t wind up spending your entire weekend cleaning it.

Nourishing your mind and body

Published On: July 12, 2019 08:15 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

The benefits of tuning into your body and taking the time to nourish and nurture it are profound. Various studies have shown that through self-care, you can go on to become more confident, creative, and productive as well. Apparently, your chances of making better decisions, building stronger relationships, and communicating more effectively also increase.