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Culture
Tharu and Nepali musical traditions are ancient, vibrant, and closely tied to the seasons, the land, and the community. Cultural evenings at the lodge bring this music to life around the fire.
Tharu music is distinct from mainstream Nepali musical traditions — shaped by the Terai environment, the community's relationship with the forest and river, and ancient ceremonial practice. It is music made to be felt as much as heard.
Traditional instruments include the madal (double-headed drum), the sarangi (stringed instrument played with a bow), the bansuri (bamboo flute), and various percussion instruments used in festival and ceremonial contexts.
We host cultural evenings at the lodge on request — typically around a fire after dinner — where local musicians perform and share the stories behind the music they play.
Madal
Double-headed clay drum — the heartbeat of Tharu music
Sarangi
Small bowed string instrument with a haunting sound
Bansuri
Bamboo flute — perfect for the bamboo lodge setting
Damaru
Small double-headed ceremonial drum
Dhimay
Large ceremonial drum used in festivals