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5735bed6dc94161900571f8b | In what part of Kathmandu is Swayambhu located? | northwestern | [
"Kathmandu\n\nSwayambhu is a Buddhist stupa atop a hillock at the northwestern part of the city. This is among the oldest religious sites in Nepal. Although the site is considered Buddhist, it is revered by both Buddhists and Hindus. The stupa consists of a dome at the base; above the dome, there is a cubic structu... |
5735bed6dc94161900571f8c | What faith does Swayambhu belong to? | Buddhist | [
"Kathmandu\n\nSwayambhu is a Buddhist stupa atop a hillock at the northwestern part of the city. This is among the oldest religious sites in Nepal. Although the site is considered Buddhist, it is revered by both Buddhists and Hindus. The stupa consists of a dome at the base; above the dome, there is a cubic structu... |
5735bed6dc94161900571f8d | Other than Buddhists, who worships at Swayambhu? | Hindus | [
"Kathmandu\n\nSwayambhu is a Buddhist stupa atop a hillock at the northwestern part of the city. This is among the oldest religious sites in Nepal. Although the site is considered Buddhist, it is revered by both Buddhists and Hindus. The stupa consists of a dome at the base; above the dome, there is a cubic structu... |
5735bed6dc94161900571f8e | In how many directions does the Buddha of Swayambhu look? | four | [
"Kathmandu\n\nSwayambhu is a Buddhist stupa atop a hillock at the northwestern part of the city. This is among the oldest religious sites in Nepal. Although the site is considered Buddhist, it is revered by both Buddhists and Hindus. The stupa consists of a dome at the base; above the dome, there is a cubic structu... |
5735bed6dc94161900571f8f | In Swayambhu, what is present in the small area above the tiers? | gajur | [
"Kathmandu\n\nSwayambhu is a Buddhist stupa atop a hillock at the northwestern part of the city. This is among the oldest religious sites in Nepal. Although the site is considered Buddhist, it is revered by both Buddhists and Hindus. The stupa consists of a dome at the base; above the dome, there is a cubic structu... |
5735bf26e853931400426b28 | Kathmandu valley contains art made of metal, terracotta, wood and what other substance? | stone | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu valley is described as \"an enormous treasure house of art and sculptures\", which are made of wood, stone, metal, and terracotta, and found in profusion in temples, shrines, stupas, gompas, chaityasm and palaces. The art objects are also seen in street corners, lanes, private courtyards and... |
5735bf26e853931400426b29 | What is the most typical type of art in the Kathmandu valley? | icons | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu valley is described as \"an enormous treasure house of art and sculptures\", which are made of wood, stone, metal, and terracotta, and found in profusion in temples, shrines, stupas, gompas, chaityasm and palaces. The art objects are also seen in street corners, lanes, private courtyards and... |
5735bf26e853931400426b2a | In what year could Nepal be said to have been discovered by the outside world? | 1950 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu valley is described as \"an enormous treasure house of art and sculptures\", which are made of wood, stone, metal, and terracotta, and found in profusion in temples, shrines, stupas, gompas, chaityasm and palaces. The art objects are also seen in street corners, lanes, private courtyards and... |
5735bf8cdc94161900571f95 | What types of deities are Bhavani and Durga? | Mother Goddesses | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe religious art of Nepal and Kathmandu in particular consists of an iconic symbolism of the Mother Goddesses such as: Bhavani, Durga, Gaja-Lakshmi, Hariti-Sitala, Mahsishamardini, Saptamatrika (seven mother goddesses), and Sri-Lakshmi(wealth-goddess). From the 3rd century BC, apart from the Hindu go... |
5735bf8cdc94161900571f96 | What is Sri-Lakshmi a deity of? | wealth | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe religious art of Nepal and Kathmandu in particular consists of an iconic symbolism of the Mother Goddesses such as: Bhavani, Durga, Gaja-Lakshmi, Hariti-Sitala, Mahsishamardini, Saptamatrika (seven mother goddesses), and Sri-Lakshmi(wealth-goddess). From the 3rd century BC, apart from the Hindu go... |
5735bf8cdc94161900571f97 | By tradition, what notable figure came to Nepal 250 years before the birth of Christ? | Ashoka | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe religious art of Nepal and Kathmandu in particular consists of an iconic symbolism of the Mother Goddesses such as: Bhavani, Durga, Gaja-Lakshmi, Hariti-Sitala, Mahsishamardini, Saptamatrika (seven mother goddesses), and Sri-Lakshmi(wealth-goddess). From the 3rd century BC, apart from the Hindu go... |
5735bf8cdc94161900571f98 | When did the Licchavi period end? | 900 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe religious art of Nepal and Kathmandu in particular consists of an iconic symbolism of the Mother Goddesses such as: Bhavani, Durga, Gaja-Lakshmi, Hariti-Sitala, Mahsishamardini, Saptamatrika (seven mother goddesses), and Sri-Lakshmi(wealth-goddess). From the 3rd century BC, apart from the Hindu go... |
5735bf8cdc94161900571f99 | What is another name for the Licchavi period? | classical | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe religious art of Nepal and Kathmandu in particular consists of an iconic symbolism of the Mother Goddesses such as: Bhavani, Durga, Gaja-Lakshmi, Hariti-Sitala, Mahsishamardini, Saptamatrika (seven mother goddesses), and Sri-Lakshmi(wealth-goddess). From the 3rd century BC, apart from the Hindu go... |
5735c028e853931400426b35 | Along with the National Museum of Nepal, what notable Nepalese museum is present in Kathmandu? | Natural History Museum of Nepal | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu is home to a number of museums and art galleries, including the National Museum of Nepal and the Natural History Museum of Nepal. Nepal's art and architecture is an amalgamation of two ancient religions, Hinduism and Buddhhism. These are amply reflected in the many temples, shrines, stupas, ... |
5735c028e853931400426b36 | From what time period are the oldest artifacts in Kathmandu museums? | 5th century | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu is home to a number of museums and art galleries, including the National Museum of Nepal and the Natural History Museum of Nepal. Nepal's art and architecture is an amalgamation of two ancient religions, Hinduism and Buddhhism. These are amply reflected in the many temples, shrines, stupas, ... |
5735c028e853931400426b37 | Along with Buddhism, what religion has had a significant influence on Nepal? | Hinduism | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu is home to a number of museums and art galleries, including the National Museum of Nepal and the Natural History Museum of Nepal. Nepal's art and architecture is an amalgamation of two ancient religions, Hinduism and Buddhhism. These are amply reflected in the many temples, shrines, stupas, ... |
5735c028e853931400426b38 | What Kathmandu valley area was named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO? | Monument Zones | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu is home to a number of museums and art galleries, including the National Museum of Nepal and the Natural History Museum of Nepal. Nepal's art and architecture is an amalgamation of two ancient religions, Hinduism and Buddhhism. These are amply reflected in the many temples, shrines, stupas, ... |
5735c028e853931400426b39 | How many Monument Zones are present in the Kathmandu valley? | seven | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu is home to a number of museums and art galleries, including the National Museum of Nepal and the Natural History Museum of Nepal. Nepal's art and architecture is an amalgamation of two ancient religions, Hinduism and Buddhhism. These are amply reflected in the many temples, shrines, stupas, ... |
5735c081e853931400426b3f | In what area of Kathmandu is the National Museum? | western | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe National Museum is located in the western part of Kathmandu, near the Swayambhunath stupa in an historical building. This building was constructed in the early 19th century by General Bhimsen Thapa. It is the most important museum in the country, housing an extensive collection of weapons, art and... |
5735c081e853931400426b40 | What stupa is close to the National Museum? | Swayambhunath | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe National Museum is located in the western part of Kathmandu, near the Swayambhunath stupa in an historical building. This building was constructed in the early 19th century by General Bhimsen Thapa. It is the most important museum in the country, housing an extensive collection of weapons, art and... |
5735c081e853931400426b41 | Who built the building that contains the National Museum? | Bhimsen Thapa | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe National Museum is located in the western part of Kathmandu, near the Swayambhunath stupa in an historical building. This building was constructed in the early 19th century by General Bhimsen Thapa. It is the most important museum in the country, housing an extensive collection of weapons, art and... |
5735c081e853931400426b42 | When was the National Museum founded? | 1928 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe National Museum is located in the western part of Kathmandu, near the Swayambhunath stupa in an historical building. This building was constructed in the early 19th century by General Bhimsen Thapa. It is the most important museum in the country, housing an extensive collection of weapons, art and... |
5735c081e853931400426b43 | What does Chhauni Silkhana mean? | the stone house of arms and ammunition | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe National Museum is located in the western part of Kathmandu, near the Swayambhunath stupa in an historical building. This building was constructed in the early 19th century by General Bhimsen Thapa. It is the most important museum in the country, housing an extensive collection of weapons, art and... |
5735c0d8e853931400426b49 | When did Tribhuvan die? | 1955 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Tribhuvan Museum contains artifacts related to the King Tribhuvan (1906–1955). It has a variety of pieces including his personal belongings, letters and papers, memorabilia related to events he was involved in and a rare collection of photos and paintings of Royal family members. The Mahendra Muse... |
5735c0d8e853931400426b4a | What was the birth year of King Mahendra? | 1920 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Tribhuvan Museum contains artifacts related to the King Tribhuvan (1906–1955). It has a variety of pieces including his personal belongings, letters and papers, memorabilia related to events he was involved in and a rare collection of photos and paintings of Royal family members. The Mahendra Muse... |
5735c0d8e853931400426b4b | How many museums are in the Hanumandhoka Palace? | three | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Tribhuvan Museum contains artifacts related to the King Tribhuvan (1906–1955). It has a variety of pieces including his personal belongings, letters and papers, memorabilia related to events he was involved in and a rare collection of photos and paintings of Royal family members. The Mahendra Muse... |
5735c0d8e853931400426b4c | Who was the penultimate king of Nepal? | Birendra | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Tribhuvan Museum contains artifacts related to the King Tribhuvan (1906–1955). It has a variety of pieces including his personal belongings, letters and papers, memorabilia related to events he was involved in and a rare collection of photos and paintings of Royal family members. The Mahendra Muse... |
5735c0d8e853931400426b4d | During what era was the Hanumandhoka Palace constructed? | medieval | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Tribhuvan Museum contains artifacts related to the King Tribhuvan (1906–1955). It has a variety of pieces including his personal belongings, letters and papers, memorabilia related to events he was involved in and a rare collection of photos and paintings of Royal family members. The Mahendra Muse... |
5735c1dedc94161900571fba | Where in Kathmandu is Narayanhity Palace Museum located? | north-central | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe enclosed compound of the Narayanhity Palace Museum is in the north-central part of Kathmandu. \"Narayanhity\" comes from Narayana, a form of the Hindu god Lord Vishnu, and Hiti, meaning \"water spout\" (Vishnu's temple is located opposite the palace, and the water spout is located east of the main... |
5735c1dedc94161900571fbb | In what year was Narayanhity constructed? | 1970 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe enclosed compound of the Narayanhity Palace Museum is in the north-central part of Kathmandu. \"Narayanhity\" comes from Narayana, a form of the Hindu god Lord Vishnu, and Hiti, meaning \"water spout\" (Vishnu's temple is located opposite the palace, and the water spout is located east of the main... |
5735c1dedc94161900571fbc | Whose marriage led to the construction of Narayanhity? | Birenda Bir Bikram Shah | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe enclosed compound of the Narayanhity Palace Museum is in the north-central part of Kathmandu. \"Narayanhity\" comes from Narayana, a form of the Hindu god Lord Vishnu, and Hiti, meaning \"water spout\" (Vishnu's temple is located opposite the palace, and the water spout is located east of the main... |
5735c1dedc94161900571fbd | How many acres is the Narayanhity Palace? | 74 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe enclosed compound of the Narayanhity Palace Museum is in the north-central part of Kathmandu. \"Narayanhity\" comes from Narayana, a form of the Hindu god Lord Vishnu, and Hiti, meaning \"water spout\" (Vishnu's temple is located opposite the palace, and the water spout is located east of the main... |
5735c1dedc94161900571fbe | What god is Narayana? | Vishnu | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe enclosed compound of the Narayanhity Palace Museum is in the north-central part of Kathmandu. \"Narayanhity\" comes from Narayana, a form of the Hindu god Lord Vishnu, and Hiti, meaning \"water spout\" (Vishnu's temple is located opposite the palace, and the water spout is located east of the main... |
5735c26adc94161900571fc4 | What is the Taragaon Museum dedicated to? | modern history of the Kathmandu Valley | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Taragaon Museum presents the modern history of the Kathmandu Valley. It seeks to document 50 years of research and cultural heritage conservation of the Kathmandu Valley, documenting what artists photographers architects anthropologists from abroad had contributed in the second half of the 20th ce... |
5735c26adc94161900571fc5 | Who is the designer of the Taragaon Museum? | Carl Pruscha | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Taragaon Museum presents the modern history of the Kathmandu Valley. It seeks to document 50 years of research and cultural heritage conservation of the Kathmandu Valley, documenting what artists photographers architects anthropologists from abroad had contributed in the second half of the 20th ce... |
5735c26adc94161900571fc6 | In what year was the Taragaon Museum built? | 1971 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Taragaon Museum presents the modern history of the Kathmandu Valley. It seeks to document 50 years of research and cultural heritage conservation of the Kathmandu Valley, documenting what artists photographers architects anthropologists from abroad had contributed in the second half of the 20th ce... |
5735c26adc94161900571fc7 | What stupa is located close to the Taragaon Museum? | Boudhnath | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Taragaon Museum presents the modern history of the Kathmandu Valley. It seeks to document 50 years of research and cultural heritage conservation of the Kathmandu Valley, documenting what artists photographers architects anthropologists from abroad had contributed in the second half of the 20th ce... |
5735c26adc94161900571fc8 | What was the Taragaon Museum prior to being a museum? | hostel | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Taragaon Museum presents the modern history of the Kathmandu Valley. It seeks to document 50 years of research and cultural heritage conservation of the Kathmandu Valley, documenting what artists photographers architects anthropologists from abroad had contributed in the second half of the 20th ce... |
5735c2e7dc94161900571fce | Contemporary Kathmandu art combines traditional influences with what type of art? | modern | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu is a center for art in Nepal, displaying the work of contemporary artists in the country and also collections of historical artists. Patan in particular is an ancient city noted for its fine arts and crafts. Art in Kathmandu is vibrant, demonstrating a fusion of traditionalism and modern art... |
5735c2e7dc94161900571fcf | How many types are Nepali works of art typically divided into? | two | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu is a center for art in Nepal, displaying the work of contemporary artists in the country and also collections of historical artists. Patan in particular is an ancient city noted for its fine arts and crafts. Art in Kathmandu is vibrant, demonstrating a fusion of traditionalism and modern art... |
5735c2e7dc94161900571fd0 | What do the Tibetans call traditional idealistic paintings? | Thangkas | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu is a center for art in Nepal, displaying the work of contemporary artists in the country and also collections of historical artists. Patan in particular is an ancient city noted for its fine arts and crafts. Art in Kathmandu is vibrant, demonstrating a fusion of traditionalism and modern art... |
5735c2e7dc94161900571fd1 | What UK charity works on behalf of Kathmandu art? | Kathmandu Contemporary Art Centre | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu is a center for art in Nepal, displaying the work of contemporary artists in the country and also collections of historical artists. Patan in particular is an ancient city noted for its fine arts and crafts. Art in Kathmandu is vibrant, demonstrating a fusion of traditionalism and modern art... |
5735c2e7dc94161900571fd2 | What do the Nepalese call Thangkas? | Paubhas | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu is a center for art in Nepal, displaying the work of contemporary artists in the country and also collections of historical artists. Patan in particular is an ancient city noted for its fine arts and crafts. Art in Kathmandu is vibrant, demonstrating a fusion of traditionalism and modern art... |
5735c37cdc94161900571fe2 | Where can one find the Srijana Contemporary Art Gallery? | Bhrikutimandap Exhibition grounds | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Srijana Contemporary Art Gallery, located inside the Bhrikutimandap Exhibition grounds, hosts the work of contemporary painters and sculptors, and regularly organizes exhibitions. It also runs morning and evening classes in the schools of art. Also of note is the Moti Azima Gallery, located in a t... |
5735c37cdc94161900571fe3 | The Moti Azima Gallery contains objects that might be found in a Nepalese house of what time period? | medieval | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Srijana Contemporary Art Gallery, located inside the Bhrikutimandap Exhibition grounds, hosts the work of contemporary painters and sculptors, and regularly organizes exhibitions. It also runs morning and evening classes in the schools of art. Also of note is the Moti Azima Gallery, located in a t... |
5735c37cdc94161900571fe4 | What art gallery is located close to the Durbarmarg Royal Palace? | J | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Srijana Contemporary Art Gallery, located inside the Bhrikutimandap Exhibition grounds, hosts the work of contemporary painters and sculptors, and regularly organizes exhibitions. It also runs morning and evening classes in the schools of art. Also of note is the Moti Azima Gallery, located in a t... |
5735c37cdc94161900571fe5 | Where can the Nepal Art Council Gallery be found? | Babar Mahal | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Srijana Contemporary Art Gallery, located inside the Bhrikutimandap Exhibition grounds, hosts the work of contemporary painters and sculptors, and regularly organizes exhibitions. It also runs morning and evening classes in the schools of art. Also of note is the Moti Azima Gallery, located in a t... |
5735c37cdc94161900571fe6 | In which of Nepal's art galleries can one take an art class? | Srijana Contemporary Art Gallery | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Srijana Contemporary Art Gallery, located inside the Bhrikutimandap Exhibition grounds, hosts the work of contemporary painters and sculptors, and regularly organizes exhibitions. It also runs morning and evening classes in the schools of art. Also of note is the Moti Azima Gallery, located in a t... |
5735c3d0dc94161900571fec | How many volumes are contained in Nepal's National Library? | 70,000 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe National Library of Nepal is located in Patan. It is the largest library in the country with more than 70,000 books. English, Nepali, Sanskrit, Hindi, and Nepal Bhasa books are found here. The library is in possession of rare scholarly books in Sanskrit and English dating from the 17th century AD.... |
5735c3d0dc94161900571fed | Along with Hindi, Sanskrit, Nepali and English, the National Library contains books in what language? | Nepal Bhasa | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe National Library of Nepal is located in Patan. It is the largest library in the country with more than 70,000 books. English, Nepali, Sanskrit, Hindi, and Nepal Bhasa books are found here. The library is in possession of rare scholarly books in Sanskrit and English dating from the 17th century AD.... |
5735c3d0dc94161900571fee | What government department is located in the same building as the Kaiser Library? | Ministry of Education | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe National Library of Nepal is located in Patan. It is the largest library in the country with more than 70,000 books. English, Nepali, Sanskrit, Hindi, and Nepal Bhasa books are found here. The library is in possession of rare scholarly books in Sanskrit and English dating from the 17th century AD.... |
5735c3d0dc94161900571fef | How many volumes does the Kaiser Library contain? | 45,000 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe National Library of Nepal is located in Patan. It is the largest library in the country with more than 70,000 books. English, Nepali, Sanskrit, Hindi, and Nepal Bhasa books are found here. The library is in possession of rare scholarly books in Sanskrit and English dating from the 17th century AD.... |
5735c3d0dc94161900571ff0 | Who did the Kaiser Library's books previously belong to? | Kaiser Shamsher Jang Bahadur Rana | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe National Library of Nepal is located in Patan. It is the largest library in the country with more than 70,000 books. English, Nepali, Sanskrit, Hindi, and Nepal Bhasa books are found here. The library is in possession of rare scholarly books in Sanskrit and English dating from the 17th century AD.... |
5735c421dc94161900571ffb | Where can the National Dance Theatre be found in Kathmandu? | Kanti Path | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu is home to Nepali cinema and theaters. The city contains several theaters, including the National Dance Theatre in Kanti Path, the Ganga Theatre, the Himalayan Theatre and the Aarohan Theater Group founded in 1982. The M. Art Theater is based in the city. The Gurukul School of Theatre organi... |
5735c421dc94161900571ffc | What year saw the beginning of the Aarohan Theater Group? | 1982 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu is home to Nepali cinema and theaters. The city contains several theaters, including the National Dance Theatre in Kanti Path, the Ganga Theatre, the Himalayan Theatre and the Aarohan Theater Group founded in 1982. The M. Art Theater is based in the city. The Gurukul School of Theatre organi... |
5735c421dc94161900571ffd | What gathering is the work of the Gurukul School of Theatre? | Kathmandu International Theater Festival | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu is home to Nepali cinema and theaters. The city contains several theaters, including the National Dance Theatre in Kanti Path, the Ganga Theatre, the Himalayan Theatre and the Aarohan Theater Group founded in 1982. The M. Art Theater is based in the city. The Gurukul School of Theatre organi... |
5735c421dc94161900571ffe | Who constructed the theater in Hanumandhoka Durbar Square? | Durbar Conservation and Promotion Committee | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu is home to Nepali cinema and theaters. The city contains several theaters, including the National Dance Theatre in Kanti Path, the Ganga Theatre, the Himalayan Theatre and the Aarohan Theater Group founded in 1982. The M. Art Theater is based in the city. The Gurukul School of Theatre organi... |
5735c47ae853931400426b63 | What meat is very rarely eaten in Kathmandu? | beef | [
"Kathmandu\n\nMost of the cuisines found in Kathmandu are non-vegetarian. However, the practice of vegetarianism is not uncommon, and vegetarian cuisines can be found throughout the city. Consumption of beef is very uncommon and considered taboo in many places. Buff (meat of water buffalo) is very common. There is ... |
5735c47ae853931400426b64 | What animal does buff come from? | water buffalo | [
"Kathmandu\n\nMost of the cuisines found in Kathmandu are non-vegetarian. However, the practice of vegetarianism is not uncommon, and vegetarian cuisines can be found throughout the city. Consumption of beef is very uncommon and considered taboo in many places. Buff (meat of water buffalo) is very common. There is ... |
5735c47ae853931400426b65 | What people are particularly known for eating buff? | Newars | [
"Kathmandu\n\nMost of the cuisines found in Kathmandu are non-vegetarian. However, the practice of vegetarianism is not uncommon, and vegetarian cuisines can be found throughout the city. Consumption of beef is very uncommon and considered taboo in many places. Buff (meat of water buffalo) is very common. There is ... |
5735c47ae853931400426b66 | What cuisine notably makes use of pork? | Kirat | [
"Kathmandu\n\nMost of the cuisines found in Kathmandu are non-vegetarian. However, the practice of vegetarianism is not uncommon, and vegetarian cuisines can be found throughout the city. Consumption of beef is very uncommon and considered taboo in many places. Buff (meat of water buffalo) is very common. There is ... |
5735c47ae853931400426b67 | What do Kathmandu residents typically eat for breakfast? | Momo or Chowmein | [
"Kathmandu\n\nMost of the cuisines found in Kathmandu are non-vegetarian. However, the practice of vegetarianism is not uncommon, and vegetarian cuisines can be found throughout the city. Consumption of beef is very uncommon and considered taboo in many places. Buff (meat of water buffalo) is very common. There is ... |
5735c50be853931400426b6d | How many restaurants in the western style were present in Kathmandu circa 1955? | one | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu had only one western-style restaurant in 1955. A large number of restaurants in Kathmandu have since opened, catering Nepali cuisine, Tibetan cuisine, Chinese cuisine and Indian cuisine in particular. Many other restaurants have opened to accommodate locals, expatriates, and tourists. The gr... |
5735c50be853931400426b6e | What chain restaurants are present in Kathmandu? | Pizza Hut and KFC | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu had only one western-style restaurant in 1955. A large number of restaurants in Kathmandu have since opened, catering Nepali cuisine, Tibetan cuisine, Chinese cuisine and Indian cuisine in particular. Many other restaurants have opened to accommodate locals, expatriates, and tourists. The gr... |
5735c50be853931400426b6f | How is the egg in American chop suey prepared? | fried | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu had only one western-style restaurant in 1955. A large number of restaurants in Kathmandu have since opened, catering Nepali cuisine, Tibetan cuisine, Chinese cuisine and Indian cuisine in particular. Many other restaurants have opened to accommodate locals, expatriates, and tourists. The gr... |
5735c50be853931400426b70 | Along with locals and tourists, who eats at Kathmandu's restaurants? | expatriates | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu had only one western-style restaurant in 1955. A large number of restaurants in Kathmandu have since opened, catering Nepali cuisine, Tibetan cuisine, Chinese cuisine and Indian cuisine in particular. Many other restaurants have opened to accommodate locals, expatriates, and tourists. The gr... |
5735c50be853931400426b71 | Along with Nepali, Indian and Chinese cuisines, what cuisine has been a focus of Kathmandu restaurants? | Tibetan | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu had only one western-style restaurant in 1955. A large number of restaurants in Kathmandu have since opened, catering Nepali cuisine, Tibetan cuisine, Chinese cuisine and Indian cuisine in particular. Many other restaurants have opened to accommodate locals, expatriates, and tourists. The gr... |
5735c7d26c16ec1900b927af | What beverage is consumed by more people in Kathmandu, coffee or tea? | tea | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu has a larger proportion of tea drinkers than coffee drinkers. Tea is widely served but is extremely weak by western standards. It is richer and contains tea leaves boiled with milk, sugar and spices. Alcohol is widely drunk, and there are numerous local variants of alcoholic beverages. Drink... |
5735c7d26c16ec1900b927b0 | How might a western traveler find the tea served in Kathmandu? | extremely weak | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu has a larger proportion of tea drinkers than coffee drinkers. Tea is widely served but is extremely weak by western standards. It is richer and contains tea leaves boiled with milk, sugar and spices. Alcohol is widely drunk, and there are numerous local variants of alcoholic beverages. Drink... |
5735c7d26c16ec1900b927b1 | What is used to make thwon? | rice | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu has a larger proportion of tea drinkers than coffee drinkers. Tea is widely served but is extremely weak by western standards. It is richer and contains tea leaves boiled with milk, sugar and spices. Alcohol is widely drunk, and there are numerous local variants of alcoholic beverages. Drink... |
5735c7d26c16ec1900b927b2 | What are bhattis? | alcohol serving eateries | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu has a larger proportion of tea drinkers than coffee drinkers. Tea is widely served but is extremely weak by western standards. It is richer and contains tea leaves boiled with milk, sugar and spices. Alcohol is widely drunk, and there are numerous local variants of alcoholic beverages. Drink... |
5735c7d26c16ec1900b927b3 | What goes through a fermentation process to create tongba? | millet or barley | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKathmandu has a larger proportion of tea drinkers than coffee drinkers. Tea is widely served but is extremely weak by western standards. It is richer and contains tea leaves boiled with milk, sugar and spices. Alcohol is widely drunk, and there are numerous local variants of alcoholic beverages. Drink... |
5735c8876c16ec1900b927be | To what era do a majority of Kathmandu's festivals date back to? | Malla | [
"Kathmandu\n\nMost of the fairs and festivals in Kathmandu originated in the Malla period or earlier. Traditionally, these festivals were celebrated by Newars. In recent years, these festivals have found wider participation from other Kathmanduites as well. As the capital of the Republic of Nepal, various national ... |
5735c8876c16ec1900b927bf | Before the modern era, who mostly celebrated Kathmandu festivals? | Newars | [
"Kathmandu\n\nMost of the fairs and festivals in Kathmandu originated in the Malla period or earlier. Traditionally, these festivals were celebrated by Newars. In recent years, these festivals have found wider participation from other Kathmanduites as well. As the capital of the Republic of Nepal, various national ... |
5735c8876c16ec1900b927c0 | In what direction out of Kathmandu did the Khas originate from? | west | [
"Kathmandu\n\nMost of the fairs and festivals in Kathmandu originated in the Malla period or earlier. Traditionally, these festivals were celebrated by Newars. In recent years, these festivals have found wider participation from other Kathmanduites as well. As the capital of the Republic of Nepal, various national ... |
5735c8876c16ec1900b927c1 | What does Ghode mean? | horse | [
"Kathmandu\n\nMost of the fairs and festivals in Kathmandu originated in the Malla period or earlier. Traditionally, these festivals were celebrated by Newars. In recent years, these festivals have found wider participation from other Kathmanduites as well. As the capital of the Republic of Nepal, various national ... |
5735c8876c16ec1900b927c2 | In relation to Kathmandu, where do the Tibetans hale? | north | [
"Kathmandu\n\nMost of the fairs and festivals in Kathmandu originated in the Malla period or earlier. Traditionally, these festivals were celebrated by Newars. In recent years, these festivals have found wider participation from other Kathmanduites as well. As the capital of the Republic of Nepal, various national ... |
5735c92f012e2f140011a044 | In addition to Hindus, who regards the Bagmati River as sacred? | Buddhists | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Bagmati River which flows through Kathmandu is considered a holy river both by Hindus and Buddhists, and many Hindu temples are located on the banks of this river. The importance of the Bagmati also lies in the fact that Hindus are cremated on its banks, and Kirants are buried in the hills by its ... |
5735c92f012e2f140011a045 | What is done with Hindus after they die? | cremated | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Bagmati River which flows through Kathmandu is considered a holy river both by Hindus and Buddhists, and many Hindu temples are located on the banks of this river. The importance of the Bagmati also lies in the fact that Hindus are cremated on its banks, and Kirants are buried in the hills by its ... |
5735c92f012e2f140011a046 | What are done with the bodies of Kirants after death? | buried | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Bagmati River which flows through Kathmandu is considered a holy river both by Hindus and Buddhists, and many Hindu temples are located on the banks of this river. The importance of the Bagmati also lies in the fact that Hindus are cremated on its banks, and Kirants are buried in the hills by its ... |
5735c92f012e2f140011a047 | In a Hindu funeral, who is typically the main mourner? | first son | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Bagmati River which flows through Kathmandu is considered a holy river both by Hindus and Buddhists, and many Hindu temples are located on the banks of this river. The importance of the Bagmati also lies in the fact that Hindus are cremated on its banks, and Kirants are buried in the hills by its ... |
5735c92f012e2f140011a048 | Before Hindus are cremated, how many times are their bodies placed in the Bagmati? | three | [
"Kathmandu\n\nThe Bagmati River which flows through Kathmandu is considered a holy river both by Hindus and Buddhists, and many Hindu temples are located on the banks of this river. The importance of the Bagmati also lies in the fact that Hindus are cremated on its banks, and Kirants are buried in the hills by its ... |
5735c9dd6c16ec1900b927d5 | In what century was Bhrikuti said to live? | 7th | [
"Kathmandu\n\nLegendary Princess Bhrikuti (7th-century) and artist Araniko (1245 - 1306 AD) from that tradition of Kathmandu valley played a significant role in spreading Buddhism in Tibet and China. There are over 108 traditional monasteries (Bahals and Bahis) in Kathmandu based on Newar Buddhism. Since the 1960s,... |
5735c9dd6c16ec1900b927d6 | When did Araniko die? | 1306 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nLegendary Princess Bhrikuti (7th-century) and artist Araniko (1245 - 1306 AD) from that tradition of Kathmandu valley played a significant role in spreading Buddhism in Tibet and China. There are over 108 traditional monasteries (Bahals and Bahis) in Kathmandu based on Newar Buddhism. Since the 1960s,... |
5735c9dd6c16ec1900b927d7 | What religion did Araniko help to evangelize? | Buddhism | [
"Kathmandu\n\nLegendary Princess Bhrikuti (7th-century) and artist Araniko (1245 - 1306 AD) from that tradition of Kathmandu valley played a significant role in spreading Buddhism in Tibet and China. There are over 108 traditional monasteries (Bahals and Bahis) in Kathmandu based on Newar Buddhism. Since the 1960s,... |
5735c9dd6c16ec1900b927d8 | How many Newar Buddhist monasteries are present in Kathmandu? | 108 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nLegendary Princess Bhrikuti (7th-century) and artist Araniko (1245 - 1306 AD) from that tradition of Kathmandu valley played a significant role in spreading Buddhism in Tibet and China. There are over 108 traditional monasteries (Bahals and Bahis) in Kathmandu based on Newar Buddhism. Since the 1960s,... |
5735c9dd6c16ec1900b927d9 | Approximately how many monasteries in the Kathmandu area are run by Tibetan Buddhists? | fifty | [
"Kathmandu\n\nLegendary Princess Bhrikuti (7th-century) and artist Araniko (1245 - 1306 AD) from that tradition of Kathmandu valley played a significant role in spreading Buddhism in Tibet and China. There are over 108 traditional monasteries (Bahals and Bahis) in Kathmandu based on Newar Buddhism. Since the 1960s,... |
5735ca406c16ec1900b927df | What type of religion is Kirant Mundhum? | animistic | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKirant Mundhum is one of the indigenous animistic practices of Nepal. It is practiced by Kirat people. Some animistic aspects of Kirant beliefs, such as ancestor worship (worship of Ajima) are also found in Newars of Kirant origin. Ancient religious sites believed to be worshipped by ancient Kirats, s... |
5735ca406c16ec1900b927e0 | Who follows the Kirant Mudhum faith? | Kirat people | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKirant Mundhum is one of the indigenous animistic practices of Nepal. It is practiced by Kirat people. Some animistic aspects of Kirant beliefs, such as ancestor worship (worship of Ajima) are also found in Newars of Kirant origin. Ancient religious sites believed to be worshipped by ancient Kirats, s... |
5735ca406c16ec1900b927e1 | Who worshipped at Wanga Akash Bhairabh in ancient times? | Kirats | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKirant Mundhum is one of the indigenous animistic practices of Nepal. It is practiced by Kirat people. Some animistic aspects of Kirant beliefs, such as ancestor worship (worship of Ajima) are also found in Newars of Kirant origin. Ancient religious sites believed to be worshipped by ancient Kirats, s... |
5735ca406c16ec1900b927e2 | What is another name for ancestor worship? | worship of Ajima | [
"Kathmandu\n\nKirant Mundhum is one of the indigenous animistic practices of Nepal. It is practiced by Kirat people. Some animistic aspects of Kirant beliefs, such as ancestor worship (worship of Ajima) are also found in Newars of Kirant origin. Ancient religious sites believed to be worshipped by ancient Kirats, s... |
5735cc33012e2f140011a068 | Where can a temple of the Jain faith be found? | Gyaneshwar | [
"Kathmandu\n\nSikhism is practiced primarily in Gurudwara at Kupundole. An earlier temple of Sikhism is also present in Kathmandu which is now defunct. Jainism is practiced by a small community. A Jain temple is present in Gyaneshwar, where Jains practice their faith. According to the records of the Spiritual Assem... |
5735cc33012e2f140011a069 | Kathmandu valley is home to about how many Baha'i? | 300 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nSikhism is practiced primarily in Gurudwara at Kupundole. An earlier temple of Sikhism is also present in Kathmandu which is now defunct. Jainism is practiced by a small community. A Jain temple is present in Gyaneshwar, where Jains practice their faith. According to the records of the Spiritual Assem... |
5735cc33012e2f140011a06a | Where is the Baha'i national office located in Nepal? | Shantinagar, Baneshwor | [
"Kathmandu\n\nSikhism is practiced primarily in Gurudwara at Kupundole. An earlier temple of Sikhism is also present in Kathmandu which is now defunct. Jainism is practiced by a small community. A Jain temple is present in Gyaneshwar, where Jains practice their faith. According to the records of the Spiritual Assem... |
5735cc33012e2f140011a06b | About what percentage of the Nepali population follows Islam? | 4.2 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nSikhism is practiced primarily in Gurudwara at Kupundole. An earlier temple of Sikhism is also present in Kathmandu which is now defunct. Jainism is practiced by a small community. A Jain temple is present in Gyaneshwar, where Jains practice their faith. According to the records of the Spiritual Assem... |
5735cc33012e2f140011a06c | About how many Christian houses of worship exist in Kathmandu? | 170 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nSikhism is practiced primarily in Gurudwara at Kupundole. An earlier temple of Sikhism is also present in Kathmandu which is now defunct. Jainism is practiced by a small community. A Jain temple is present in Gyaneshwar, where Jains practice their faith. According to the records of the Spiritual Assem... |
5735d0026c16ec1900b92815 | Of what university is the Institute of Medicine a constituent college? | Tribhuwan | [
"Kathmandu\n\nInstitute of Medicine, the central college of Tribhuwan University is the first medical college of Nepal and is located in Maharajgunj, Kathmandu. It was established in 1972 and started to impart medical education from 1978. A number of medical colleges including Kathmandu Medical College, Nepal Medic... |
5735d0026c16ec1900b92816 | In what part of Kathmandu is the Institute of Medicine found? | Maharajgunj | [
"Kathmandu\n\nInstitute of Medicine, the central college of Tribhuwan University is the first medical college of Nepal and is located in Maharajgunj, Kathmandu. It was established in 1972 and started to impart medical education from 1978. A number of medical colleges including Kathmandu Medical College, Nepal Medic... |
5735d0026c16ec1900b92817 | When did the Institute of Medicine begin to offer education in medicine? | 1978 | [
"Kathmandu\n\nInstitute of Medicine, the central college of Tribhuwan University is the first medical college of Nepal and is located in Maharajgunj, Kathmandu. It was established in 1972 and started to impart medical education from 1978. A number of medical colleges including Kathmandu Medical College, Nepal Medic... |
5735d0026c16ec1900b92818 | What does KUSMS stand for? | Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences | [
"Kathmandu\n\nInstitute of Medicine, the central college of Tribhuwan University is the first medical college of Nepal and is located in Maharajgunj, Kathmandu. It was established in 1972 and started to impart medical education from 1978. A number of medical colleges including Kathmandu Medical College, Nepal Medic... |
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