Art and Architecture of Nepal

Nepal is rich in its art and Architecture. Nepal's Art and Architecture was initially inspired from Tibet and India. From the time of the Licchavis rule there was the great change in Arts and architecture in Nepal.Stone sculpture was the great achivement in art and architecture in that era. It can be still seen that Religious sites which are decorated with stone scpture. The temples and Stupas of Kathmandu valley are great milestone achivement. Wood carving in the temples depicting the forms of Gods and Goddesses as well as the life of the then people is another feature of the Nepali arts and wood carvings which can be seen in Temples and monastries with high decoration.

Nepalese art and craft reflect the religious themes of Hinduism, Buddhism, and certain location specific depictions. The cultural history of Nepalese art are traditionally divided into five major periods:Pre-Licchavi, Licchavi, transitional, early Malla (Newar), and late Malla (Newar) periods.Most of the existing craftsmen are Newars..