Exploring_Karnali_Region_of_Nepal_(Food, Culture and People).pptx

Largest province in Nepal, Mountain landscape with 47% of an area located above 4000 masl, Characterized by its unique cultural heritage, diverse geography, and traditional farming practices
Traditional Agriculture: Subsistence farming on terraced fields (rice, wheat, millet, bean, potato and barley)
Fruits: Apple, walnut, orange, etc.
Livestock Rearing: Transhumance system of animal husbandry (goats, sheep, and cattle)
Dietary Staples: Rice, lentils, vegetables, and dairy products
Food Preparation: Often prepared using locally grown ingredients with traditional cooking methods
Religious Practices: Hinduism and Buddhism
Social Customs: Strong community bonds, traditional attire and customs are upheld during festivals
Environmental Connection: Respect for nature and reverence for sacred sites
Historical Context: Farming techniques shaped by the region's rugged terrain, climate, and historical interactions
Cultural Influence: Food preferences, agricultural rituals, and farming practices have been influenced by a blend of indigenous traditions, Hindu and Buddhist beliefs, and trade routes
Enhancing Agricultural Practices: Introducing modern farming techniques without compromising traditional values
Access to Education and Resources: Investing in education and providing access to agricultural inputs
Promoting Sustainable Tourism: Leveraging the region's cultural richness and natural beauty
Intersection of culture, agriculture, and tradition
Embracing sustainable development practices and honoring cultural heritage
Enhance the lives of its people while safeguarding their unique way of life

1. Exploring the Karnali Region of Nepal Prabesh Koirala April 2024

2. Introduction Largest province in Nepal Mountain landscape with 47% of an area located above 4000 masl Characterized by its unique cultural heritage, diverse geography, and traditional farming practices

3. Farming and Food Traditional Agriculture: Subsistence farming on terraced fields (rice, wheat, millet, bean, potato and barley) Fruits: Apple, walnut, orange, etc. Livestock Rearing: Transhumance system of animal husbandry (goats, sheep, and cattle) Dietary Staples: Rice, lentils, vegetables, and dairy products Food Preparation: Often prepared using locally grown ingredients with traditional cooking methods

4. Culture and Customs Religious Practices: Hinduism and Buddhism Social Customs: Strong community bonds, traditional attire and customs are upheld during festivals Environmental Connection: Respect for nature and reverence for sacred sites

5. Evolution of Farming and Food Historical Context: Farming techniques shaped by the region's rugged terrain, climate, and historical interactions Cultural Influence: Food preferences, agricultural rituals, and farming practices have been influenced by a blend of indigenous traditions, Hindu and Buddhist beliefs, and trade routes Note: This is the highest elevation (3050 m) in the world where rice cultivation is carried out.

6. Improving Lives while Preserving Culture Enhancing Agricultural Practices: Introducing modern farming techniques without compromising traditional values Access to Education and Resources: Investing in education and providing access to agricultural inputs Promoting Sustainable Tourism: Leveraging the region's cultural richness and natural beauty

7. Conclusion Intersection of culture, agriculture, and tradition Embracing sustainable development practices and honoring cultural heritage Enhance the lives of its people while safeguarding their unique way of life