Thimi Pottery Village and Cultural Tour – 1 Day

Thimi Pottery Square, situated in Madhyapur Thimi in the Bhaktapur District, is a wonderful representation of the traditional Newari art of pottery-making. When you enter the pottery square and you will see that one side is full of people working on small pots, and the other side is filled with the wheels which the artisans spin and work with clay, and you will smell the scent of damp soil. You get to see different artistic materials such as bowls, cooking pots, vases, and other decorative items. Also, you can try making pottery items, they will guide you on how to spin and make shapes whatever you want.

In addition, you get to visit different cultural sites located in Thimi. You will be enchanted by the cultural beauty the city holds. You will get to gain knowledge about the lifestyle of the locals. There are different cultural sites such as Siddhikali Temple, Balkumari Temple, Lokeshwor Mahabihar, Devi Temple, and Kumari Temple. You will get to learn about the history and religious beliefs regarding these cultural sites.

Highlights of the Thimi Pottery and Cultural Tour

• Chance to experience the lifestyle of the Newa People.
• Learn how to make pottery and decorative items.
• Visit cultural sites such as Siddhikali Temple, Balkumari Temple, Lokeshwor Mahabihar, Devi Temple, and Kumari Temple.
• Explore the Newari architecture and stone spouts.
• A chance to taste authentic Newari cuisine.

Food and accommodation 

From food to accommodation, everything you're gonna experience is very unique. You get a chance to explore varieties of newari food,  which you may find to have a peculiar taste. The cuisines you may enjoy during the tour are Yomari,choila, Chatamari, Bara, Aila, Newari Samay Baji Set, and curd as a dessert. Apart from this, you can enjoy local street food in the Thimi area. Our package includes lunch, dinner, and breakfast. You will be enjoying comforting meals for a whole day. You will be having authentic Nepali food such as Dal, Bhatt, Rice, Ghundruk, and Acchar.

You will be staying at a cozy accommodation. After having a hectic cultural and pottery tour, you can have a warm bath, rest well, and enjoy the stay. Make yourself feel comfortable and have a chilled night. You can have a night walk near your stay to feel refreshed, and you can also interact with the locals, which you might find interesting. 

Why Tour?

If you want to experience the authentic Newari culture and tradition, this trip may be the best-suited trip for you. You will have a chance to explore the historic events in the Thimi area, and what is the significance behind the culture they follow. You can explore the narrow alleys (gallis) in the streets and toles, and also how Newari-style houses were made. Mainly, the houses are made up of bricks, mud, and clay, and with carved wooden windows. You can enjoy making artistic pottery items such as clay pots, decorative items, and whatever you want.

One of the most popular attractions in Thimi is the mask-making. Those masks can be of demons, gods, which is also rooted in the cultural beliefs of the Newa people. Also you can take artistic masks as a souvenir for the memory of the trip.  The whole trip gonna be worthwhile and you will be enjoying a lot. You can have a nice talk with locals and gain knowledge about their lifestyle and different celebrations. You can find farmlands as well, where farmers grow different types of vegetables, that's why Thimi is also called as Kitchen Garden of Kathmandu.

Yachin Bahal, Dathu Bahal, and Hembarna Mahavihar are the various bahals representing Buddhist and Hindu stupas. You can try authentic Newari cuisine at any local shops and also enjoy the evening view from the top of the restaurants.The Newa people generally have more festivals, and if you visit during the festive season, you may be part of the celebration and enjoy the thrill, which may be a memorable moment for you to cherish for a lifetime.

Why Book a Tour With Us?

We aim to provide the best possible facilities and satisfaction to our customers. We make sure to make your trip comfortable and safe. In addition, the package we are providing is at a reasonable price with a great discount offer! Hurry up, you may miss this chance, limited seats are available. Book your trip with us now! You can customize the package as you want.