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NewarPeople living in the Kathmandu Valley in Nepal. They make up about half the population of the valley. Most are Hindu, but some practice an Indian form of Buddhism. The Newar have a wide range of occupations; they have traditionally been noted as architects and artisans, the builders of the famous temples and shrines of Kathmandu. Painting and sculpture flourished among them in the 10th–16th centuries. The Newar population of Nepal is estimated to be about 540,000. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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In addition to the Tibetan monks, Brahmin priests, and Newar nuns who live on the site, a brisk flow of local worshipers and visitors from around the world passes through Swoyambhu. From the point of view of political assimilation and integration, it is important to note the election victory of the pahadis (the hill men) from the madhesiya (Terai) constituencies, and a non-Newar candidate from the predominantly Newar community. |
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