Author: Seth Sicroff
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Nepal tourism: a legacy of reimagination
Speech given by Dr. Seth Sicroff at “Reimagine Yourself… in Nepal” event organized by Bishnu Gautam Consul General of Nepal in New York in Manhatton on March 30, 2023 There are many beautiful countries. There are many countries with fascinating cultures. There are many inexpensive destinations. But Nepal has another asset of unparalleled value. It…
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What is Pashmina?
The word “pashmina” as used in contemporary English has four common meanings: Current usage of the term “pashmina” 1) A pashmina goat is a cashmere goat. The scientific name for all domestic goats is Capra hircus (“laniger” has no standing as a scientific name with regards to goats.) There are about three hundred breeds of domesticated goats worldwide,…
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Namche! Kukur Ho!
In 1988, an Irish Wolfhound named Namche caused a sensation on the trail to Everest—and inspired an idea for Sunrise Pashmina decades later.