When we speak of the arts of Nepal, we refer to the Kathmandu Valley, rich in art and culture. This tiny valley was and still is the hub of Nepal where 2,000 years of history have been frozen in time. Today, Nepal is a modern nation, yet conflating traditional as well as modern features that are uniquely "Nepali" in character.

The style of art called Nepali is primarily produced by the Mewars, the original inhabitants of the Kathmandu Valley, who shaped it since medieval times. This volume celebrates various artistic expressions of the Nevars and other ethnic groups. It brings together works of scholars from diverse fields to provide and eclectic view of Nepal's art, culture, and religion. Evocative visuals combine with insightful essays in this portrait of modern Nepal with its connections to the past.