Proud to be a Sikkimese: Sikkim Travel, Culture & Local Heritage

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Newar and Our Culture in the Context of Sikkim:  An Exploration of Tradition, Heritage, and Identity   Ajay Pradhan,  MA Sociology,  Sadam Sakha, Sikkim (First published in PAU, Newa Journal, Gangtok, 2024)   Introduction Sikkim, a small Himalayan state in India, is a melting pot of diverse cultures and communities, is a land of diverse cultures and rich traditions. While it is known primarily for its vibrant mix of ethnic groups, such as the Lepchas, Bhutias, and Nepalis. Among them, the Newar community stands out for its unique traditions, customs, and contributions to the state. The Newar community has played a significant role in shaping the cultural tapestry of this Himalayan state. Our culture, which is a unique blend of Hinduism and Buddhism, has not only survived but also thrived in Sikkim. The Newars, known for their craftsmanship, artistry, and vast cultural practices, began migrating to Sikkim during the 19th and early 20th centuries. In Sikki...

Dr. CL Pradhan, Dentam (First published in PAU, Newa Journal, Gangtok, 2024) Culture defines people’s values, beliefs, and personal interests. Culture is important because it allows people to maintain a unique identity in society. Newars are famous for their unique lifestyle and have rituals and customs which have to be followed from Birth till Death. They have their way of celebrating festivals, performing marriage ceremonies, and funerals. One of the old and still alive cultures is our unique way of celebrating the marriage ritual during childhood in a girl child is  Ehee  ( Bel-Bibaha ).  Newars are a linguistic and cultural community of Indo Aryan and Tibeto-Burman ethnicities following Hindu and Buddhist religions. Newars are known for their contributions to art, sculpture, architecture, culture, literature, music industry, trade, agriculture, and cuisine, and left their mark on the art of Central Asia . The Newar Society was traditionally divided into occupati...