Nepal Sambat: The Beginning, Legacy & Cultural Significance

Discover the incredible history and cultural significance of Nepal Sambat, Nepal’s indigenous lunar calendar started in 879 AD by Shankhadhar Sakhwa, who freed the Newar people from debt and inspired a tradition of community service. Nepal Sambat is at the heart of festive traditions like Mha Puja and Tihar, and remains a symbol of resilience, national identity, and heritage. Learn why Nepal Sambat is more than just a calendar—it’s Nepal’s living legacy, revived officially after centuries and cherished by generations.