Avendi Journal
KathmanduThe dhaka topi is Nepal’s national cap, cut from handwoven Dhaka fabric. A complete guide to the cloth, its history, the Palpa weaving craft, and how to buy authentic.
KathmanduMithila art, also called Madhubani painting, is Nepal and India’s vivid folk tradition. Explore its history, five styles, symbols, and how to buy it.
KathmanduPure Himalayan shilajit from Nepal: what fulvic acid really does, the honest benefits for men and women, how to use it safely, how to spot fakes, and where to buy lab-tested resin.
KathmanduHow to avoid tourist traps shopping in Kathmandu — testing pashmina, singing bowls and thangka, dodging guide-commission scams, fair bargaining and the antique export rules — plus same-day authentic Nepalese handicrafts.
KathmanduWhat to buy in Kathmandu: 12 best souvenirs and handicrafts — pashmina, singing bowls, thangka, Newari metalwork, lokta paper and more, with buying tips.
KathmanduMad honey from Nepal — rare reddish Himalayan honey from rhododendron nectar. Gurung tribe origins, real effects, safety, and where to buy authentic Himaida mad honey on Avendi.