Kathmandu. Stakeholders have shown diligence for the preservation and promotion of 'Charya Dance', which is Nepal's original and ancient cultural heritage. This dance, prevalent among the Buddhist community of the Kathmandu Valley, especially among the Bajracharyas and Shakya, is considered one of the world's historical and spiritual dance forms. Charya dance is not just a means of art and entertainment but also a form of specific tantric practice and meditation. Based on Vajrayana Buddhist philosophy, this dance artistically presents the forms, mudras, and emotions of various deities. Especially in the rhythm and melody of 'Charya Geeti' (Vajra songs), the worship of...