The Cultural Review

Nepal

3 articles

Submerged ancient temples and heritage sites in Nepal's Terai region after devastating floods, highlighting the urgent need for cultural preservation.
Culture

Nepal floods: Cultural heritage preservation aid urged

In Nepal's Terai region, hundreds of ancient temples and heritage sites, some dating back centuries, have been submerged or severely damaged by recent floods, threatening to erase irreplaceable cultur

Eleanor Voss·September 1, 2026
Two elderly Kirat shamans, one actively drumming, the other ill, symbolizing the critical decline of their tradition and its impact on Kirat society.
Culture

Kirat shamans vanishing, eroding their society's heart

In a single Kirat village, only two active shamans now beat the drum; a third lies bedridden.

Eleanor Voss·August 14, 2026
Filmmakers and actors celebrate at the Nepal Indigenous Peoples Film Festival, highlighting diverse cultural stories and cinematic innovation.
Media

Nepal Indigenous Film Festival Showcases Innovation

The Sixth Nepal Indigenous Peoples Film Festival-2083 recently distributed awards across 11 distinct categories in Khotang, showcasing a vibrant and rapidly developing indigenous cinematic landscape,

Claire Donovan·June 3, 2026