Old Architeture of Kathmandu Valley

Satal, Bhaktapur July 17, 2017 Walked hours inside Kathmandu Valley or roamed around core city then you have seen a resting place (Satal) on the way, you may have sit and took rest or seen couple of old people singing Bhajan(ritual song) with music instruments. These Satals are made during Malla era keeping in mind that people needs shelter, rest place. To energy up their body from stress of work, after long work or to do small business as well as to gather people ans sing songs (Bhajan). There you can also find a stone tap(Dhunge Dhara / Lwon Hiti)in some of the Satals to quench your thirst but these days only in some stone taps we see water flowing. Nowadays, many satals are destroyed or  left unmanaged. Even stone taps (Dhunge Dhara / Lwon Hiti ) are destroyed or buried because of lack of knowledge of its importance. Stone tap ( Dhunge Dhara / Lwon Hiti ), Bhaktapur  July 17, 2017 people taking rest in Satal, Bhaktapur July 17, 2017 Kumari Gate, K...

Tikijhya, left side(picture view) being plastered during house partation, Bhaktapur July 17, 2017 Because of lack of knowledge, not knowing the importance of this carved window people being careless with old artifacts. These Old Architect carry great importance to Kathmandu valley, but new generation lack knowledge about these amazing architect. They are simply attracted toward Western culture. Attracted towards Western culture is not a bad thing but we should forget our old history, our culture, tradition. We should be aware and make others aware about the importance of these architect. One of the major problem is also Immigrants. Immigrants also lack importance of these precious extra ordinary architect. So, we should shre knowledge with them show importance og what our Ancestors left us. Pachali Bhairab, Teku May 13, 2017 ( 2015 Earthquake effect) Yes, we can simply make new one, duplicate these architects, carving but we cannot never make the Orginals. Now, if ...

Gods Window (Dya Jhya), Dakchinkali Temple, Sankata, Kathmandu April 16, 2017 Carved windows doesn't only mean Akhi jhyal or a figurative rectangle window decorated with deities, mythical beings, dragons and other elements. there different types of carved windows used for different purposes and specified for different place.The window is surmounted by ritual parasols. The above shown Gold plated windows are found only on temples (main window) or only on Durbar Squares which is to mark as the window of Kings. In this picture we can see a holy Sta r(Khastakon) and a Sword (Khadga) in the middle. Khadga(Sword) resembles weapon of Goddess Bhagwati, from this we can assume that this Temple is of Goddess Bhagwati (Dakchinkali). Types of windows: Since there are many window designs, we cannot assume how many designs are there. Some have already extinct due to lack of care, maintenance, awareness and some stolen. The following are the most common windows: Sanjhyā ( सँझ्य...

Toran, Kumari Chwok, Basantapur July 16,2017 Wood carving is the distinguishing feature of traditional Nepalese architecture. It is a symbol of Newar culture, tradition and artistry. Wooden carved Windows, Doors and Toran are found only inside Kathmandu Valley.The level of design and carving of the Newar window and Doors reached its peak in the mid-18th century. They are found on  private residences and sacred houses, temples, courtyard across theValley/ NepalMandal. Not only Windows and Doors they even carved many wooden items as well. This shows that Newars are hardworking, passionate and creative. The lintel, sill and jamb are ornamented with figures of deities, mythical beings, dragons, peacocks, auspicious jars and other elements. The window is surmounted by ritual parasols. Traditional Newar houses are usually of four stories and built of brick. Different types of windows are used on each floor according to their function. Doors are also decorated  wit...