Though, urbanization & modernization have taxed heavily on Kathmandu valley’s spiritual and theological values, it still retains its exclusive uniqueness, distinct and different from others.
Particularly, in spheres of handicrafts and religious crafts. Kathmandu valley still stands unsurpassed.
Such handicrafts and religious artifacts remain inspirational products of Hindu philosophy and Buddhist teachings which are produced in the ancient, historical cities of Lalitpur. Bhaktapur and Kathmandu, in the valley.
Metal carvings. wood carvings, stone carvings, sculptures, Thangka paintings, carpets, beads and Pashmina shawls made of high land lamb’s are some of the indigenous products which remain uniquely Nepalese in origin and qualitatively distinct from any other such products found elsewhere.
For souvenir shoppers and for spiritual and traditional-minded tourists, Kathmandu
offers a wide varieties of traditional arts and crafts which not only carry
artistic value but also historical, cultural and religious significance.