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Limbu Culture

The Limbu are an indigenous community of eastern Nepal, with populations also in Sikkim and Darjeeling. Their culture is rich in Shamanic traditions, ancestor worship, and a deep connection to nature. Limbu society preserves knowledge through oral histories, rituals, festivals, and traditional dances, reflecting a worldview that values harmony, reciprocity, and the interconnectedness of humans and the natural world.
Hang Sitlang, Muring Sitlam

The Sacred Pillar of the Limbu House

At the centre of the Limbu house, both figuratively and physically, stands the central pillar, the Hang Sitlang or Murum Sitlang or Muring Sitlam. This pillar serves as the axis around which domestic life, the memory of ancestors…
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Chasok Tangnam: The Limbu Harvest Festival

For the Limbus, the harvest festival of Chasok Tangnam serves a similar purpose, embodying not only a profound connection between nature and spirituality but also acting as a protector of their rich cultural heritage.
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