Tharu Culture & Traditions
Ancient Wisdom of the Forest People
Traditional Lifestyle
🏡 Traditional Houses
Tharu houses are built with mud, bamboo, and thatch. The walls are decorated with beautiful Mokha art, and the eastern corner houses the family deity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Structure
Tharu society is organized around extended families living together. Elders are highly respected and play important roles in decision-making.
🌾 Agriculture
The Tharu people are skilled farmers, growing rice, wheat, and vegetables using traditional sustainable methods passed down through generations.
🙏 Spiritual Beliefs
Tharu religion centers on nature worship, forest spirits, and ancestral deities. They believe in living in harmony with the natural world.
Cultural Values
The Tharu community values community cooperation, respect for nature, and preservation of traditional knowledge. Their culture emphasizes harmony between humans and the environment.