Nepal Literature Festival

नेपाल साहित्य उत्सव

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Arts & CulturePokhara/Kathmandu
DatesDates TBACheck locally before booking
DurationAnnualEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsSince its first edition in Lalitpur in 2011
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: NPR
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Nepal Literature Festival in Pokhara/Kathmandu

The Nepal Literature Festival is an annual international literary festival founded in 2011 by the Bookworm Foundation, originally held in Kathmandu and now hosted in Pokhara, bringing together Nepali and international writers. It has grown from a small Lalitpur gathering into one of Nepal's most established literary events, drawing writers, journalists, and readers each year.

The Nepal Literature Festival was founded in 2011 by the Bookworm Foundation, a not-for-profit organization, and held its first edition from 18 to 21 August at Gyan Mandala in Jhamsikhel, Lalitpur, sponsored by the telecommunications company Ncell.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

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The place changes

Since its first edition in Lalitpur in 2011, the festival has hosted internationally recognized authors including Mark Tully, Shashi Tharoor, Shobhaa De, and Ramachandra Guha alongside major Nepali writers, poets, and public intellectuals, making it one of the country's most established platforms for literary exchange between Nepali and international voices

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The mystery stays covered

Its move to Pokhara in 2016 added a lakeside, mountain-facing setting to that literary program, and it was inaugurated there by a retired British Gurkha officer, reflecting the region's long ties to Gurkha service

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The festival reflects a broader growth in South Asian literary festivals during the 2010s

Water and renewal

Living ritual

adapted to Nepal's own literary landscape of Nepali-

The sacred route

Living ritual

and English-language writing

The local code

Living ritual

and has become a fixture connecting Nepali literature to global audiences

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA

Getting around

For Nepal Literature Festival, plan transport around the exact Pokhara/Kathmandu venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Casual to smart-casual clothing suitable for seated indoor and outdoor sessions.

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

For Nepal Literature Festival, stay near the part of Pokhara/Kathmandu you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

NPR

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map27.70 N, 85.32 EOpen in Google Maps

Pokhara/Kathmandu, Gandaki/Bagmati, Nepal

Nearest airportPHH — Pokhara
TransportFor Nepal Literature Festival, plan transport around the exact Pokhara/Kathmandu venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Nepal Literature Festival, stay near the part of Pokhara/Kathmandu you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Nepal Literature Festival?

Nepal Literature Festival is listed for Dates to be announced. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Nepal Literature Festival take place?

The festival is listed in Pokhara/Kathmandu, Nepal. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Annual is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Pokhara/Kathmandu, Gandaki/Bagmati, Nepal

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Listed datesDates TBA
Source statusOfficial source linked
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