| Welcome! |
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Langhali Association USA, Inc (LA USA) is a non-profit,
non-political and secular organization dedicated to the
preservation of the culture and existence of Magar people back
in Nepal and those who have been residing in the United States
of America. The challenge for us is to preserve the better part of Magar
culture, for the future generations, which we, Magar people,
developed since time immemorial, while catching up with all the
advances in this modern age. In this website, you will find information on our history and
culture as well as programs designed to support the mission. We
also invite Magar Bandhus of the United States to join the
organization and contribute your own unique perspective! Again, thank you very much for visiting our website. It is still
under construction. We will update it regularly with news and
information concerning our programs, and hope you will visit us
often! |
| About Magars: |
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Magar is one of the many ancient indigenous nationalities of Nepal. It is one of the bravest of the brave community. Their origin is basically found in hill regions of western Nepal. Magars follow Buddhism, Hindusm and they also practice animism.
Magars speak Khas, Nepali, Kham in Rukum and Rolpa, Tarali or Kaike language in Dolpa of North-Western part of Nepal. It depicts their affinity to the Tibeto-Burmese tongue and culture. Farming, military service, weaving, hunting, and fishing are still many of their major occupations. However, these days, Magars are also in the field of professions like security services, medicines, education, civil services, law, journalism, development, aviations and politics. |