KLF Kathmandu

Yashaswi Prangya Pratisthan, Himalayan Diary Pvt Ltd from Nepal and Kalinga Literary Festival from India join hands for Kathmandu KLF Edition to celebrate the spirit of Lord Shiva and Gautama Buddha in the context of Nepal-India literary ties. The festival will focus on the glorious traditions of Nepal and India. Kalinga Literary Festival Kathmandu will showcase literature, music, dance, poetry and other art forms. It will be a lifetime experience for the lovers of Music, Dance, art, poetry and literature.

Kalinga Literary Festival (KLF) Kathmandu will be held on September 07, 08 2024 at Kathmandu.

Central theme of the festival:

Nepal -The Gateways to Asian Art, Culture and Literature

Nepal, with its rich cultural heritage, unique geography, and diverse population, has contributed significantly to the global civilization in various ways.

Here are some examples:

Cultural and Religious Significance: Nepal is home to many important cultural and religious sites, including the famous Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath Stupa, and Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha. These sites have attracted pilgrims and visitors from all over the world and have contributed to the development and dissemination of religious and cultural practices globally

Trade and Commerce: Nepal has been a hub of trade and commerce between India and Tibet for centuries, which has contributed to the development of the Silk Road, connecting Asia to Europe. Nepal’s strategic location has also made it a significant center for trade and commerce with China, India, and other neighboring countries.

Mountaineering and Adventure Tourism: Nepal’s unique geography, including the Himalayas, has made it a popular destination for mountaineering and adventure tourism. Mount Everest, the highest peak in the world, is located in Nepal, attracting climbers and adventure enthusiasts from all over the world. This has contributed to the development of the adventure tourism industry globally.

Art and Architecture: Nepal has a rich tradition of art and architecture, with many temples, palaces, and monuments reflecting the country’s unique cultural heritage. The intricate carvings and designs of Nepali architecture have influenced the development of art and architecture globally.

Language and Literature: Nepal has a rich tradition of literature and poetry in various languages, including Nepali, Newari, and Maithili. Nepali literature has contributed to the development of regional and global literature, with many Nepali writers being recognized internationally.

Overall, Nepal’s contribution to global civilization is significant and diverse, reflecting the country’s unique cultural heritage, natural resources, and strategic location.

The festival will celebrate the long-standing ties between Nepal and India in the context of the emerging global cultures.  Half of the speakers/ performers will be from Nepal. The  rest will be from India and other countries of South Asia.

The festival in numbers

300 Speakers, poets, artists, performers
60 Panel discussions, debates and conversations
Over 50 International and National Award winners to represent
2 Days, Over 15 Languages to be represented
New Book to be Launched
15  Nepal Yashaswi Book Awards
150 organizations to Participate
Over 10,000 audiences to join

To engage with historical literary traditions/ genres to foster mutual learning.

• To create an Asian and global level platform for emerging art forms  including literatures.
• To inspires  and train young and aspiring authors to  become torch bearers of literary traditions
• To encourage dialogue of literature with the policy makers, activists, artists and leaders.
• To highlight the rich legacy of Nepali language, literature and cultures and promote Kathamandu city as a focal point of new creative  expressions.
• To  centerstage the need for an active cultural  synergy among the local  and the  global.
• To create a platform for artistes from different creative fields to interact with each other and share their work among themselves and with their readers/audiences.

We plan to celebrate, among other aspects, theme of Shiv and Buddha Tatwa and its contribution to South Asia and global literary movements and traditions. The festival will have panel discussions on literature, Art, Culture, History, and showcase artistic traditions  like the idea of the Shiv Tatwa, the songs of Meera Bai, Akka Mahadevi, Andal, Lalded,  the Vaishnava poets from Nepal and India, in addition to  the world of Nepalese and Indian art and music.