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Nepal Literature Festival, over the past decade, has blossomed into a grand celebration.

From its humble origins as a modest four-day gathering held at a single venue featuring 50 author. Today, the Festival stands as a monumental occasion, boasting a lineup of 150 speakers hailing from around the world.

Spanning multiple venues and drawing a crowd of over 20,000 enthusiasts across four dynamic days, the Festival encompasses a diverse and vibrant audience.

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Nepal Literature Festival 2024 Highlights

Day 1, 18th February

07:00 am to 08:30am

UAE Drama studio

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08:30 am to 11:00am

Oxford Poets with Alastair Lack
Nick Acheson talks to Lucy Lapwing

Naturalist and conservationist Nick Acheson explains how he found a sense of peace and purpose in the pursuit of wild geese during the pandemic and tells the stories he uncovered

Nick Acheson talks to Lucy Lapwing

Naturalist and conservationist Nick Acheson explains how he found a sense of peace and purpose in the pursuit of wild geese during the pandemic and tells the stories he uncovered

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Day 2, 19th February

10:00 am to 12:30am

Afternoon reads strange land

World-leading physicist and international bestselling writer Carlo Rovelli talks about his favourite scientist, the little-known Greek philosopher Anaximander, who was the first to understand that the Earth was a rock suspended in space.

Jonathan Stroud talks to Ben O’Donnell


12:30 am to 01:00pm

Oxford Poets with Alastair Lack
Leah Garcés

US animal rights campaigner Leah Garcés talks about how she fought for better conditions in the American chicken industry by getting to know and understand the farme

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Leah Garcés

US animal rights campaigner Leah Garcés talks about how she fought for better conditions in the American chicken industry by getting to know and understand the farme

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The Festival Timeline

2011

Nepal saw its first ever international literature festival

2012

Moved to a bigger venue and hosted the celebrated editor Vinod Mehta and bestselling author Amish Tripath

2013

Inaugurated by national poet Madhav Prasad Ghimire, with more international writers like Shobhaa De, Ravinder Singh, etc

2014

Bestselling celebrity author and politician Shashi Tharoor was in attendence

2016

Moved to the scenic city of Pokhara and hosted renowned journalist Barkha Dutt and writers Thomas Bell and Ira Trivedi. No wonder the organisers decided to hold subsequent editions in Pokhara

2017

Noted Indian historian Ramachandra Guha and prominent Indian literary figures Uday Prakash and Durjoy Dutt attended the Festival.

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Key things to know when you are at
Nepal Literature Festival

Where Is The Nepal Literature Festival Taking Place?

The Festival is talking place in 20 - 22 December 2023, Komagane Park, Lakeside, Pokhara

How Do I Find The Venue?

Find complete travel information here: Nepal Literature Festival

What Is Your Bag Policy?

There is a possibility that your bag may be checked, especially if it's larger in size, by our friendly and trained Visitor Services staff. We request your cooperation.

What Are The Security Measures At The Venue?

Our Visitor Safety Team is present to help you enjoy the venues safely.

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Testimonials

Samrat Upadhyay

Nepalese-American writer

I feel privileged and delighted that KCL has been a part of the Serendipity Arts Festival right from its inception, which has allowed me to attend all its editions so far. The festival offers a remarkable range of genres and activities that never fail to pleasantly surprise me with something new every time. This is particularly noteworthy given my extensive experience in the art world spanning over three decades, during which I have traveled widely and attended numerous festivals. Despite the challenges faced after two years, the festival was at par with the previous editions, with great crowds and visitors from all over India. I want to thank the SAF team for making it possible, and a special mention to the enthusiastic volunteers who made a huge contribution to the visitor experience. I hope to witness this grand celebration of arts for years to come." I highly recommend everyone to experience the festival at least once.

Wicher Slagter

First Secretary for Political Affairs, Press and Public Diplomacy | Netherlands Embassy in India

I feel privileged and delighted that KCL has been a part of the Serendipity Arts Festival right from its inception, which has allowed me to attend all its editions so far. The festival offers a remarkable range of genres and activities that never fail to pleasantly surprise me with something new every time. This is particularly noteworthy given my extensive experience in the art world spanning over three decades, during which I have traveled widely and attended numerous festivals. Despite the challenges faced after two years, the festival was at par with the previous editions, with great crowds and visitors from all over India. I want to thank the SAF team for making it possible, and a special mention to the enthusiastic volunteers who made a huge contribution to the visitor experience. I hope to witness this grand celebration of arts for years to come." I highly recommend everyone to experience the festival at least once.

Samrat Upadhyay

Nepalese-American writer

I feel privileged and delighted that KCL has been a part of the Serendipity Arts Festival right from its inception, which has allowed me to attend all its editions so far. The festival offers a remarkable range of genres and activities that never fail to pleasantly surprise me with something new every time. This is particularly noteworthy given my extensive experience in the art world spanning over three decades, during which I have traveled widely and attended numerous festivals. Despite the challenges faced after two years, the festival was at par with the previous editions, with great crowds and visitors from all over India. I want to thank the SAF team for making it possible, and a special mention to the enthusiastic volunteers who made a huge contribution to the visitor experience. I hope to witness this grand celebration of arts for years to come." I highly recommend everyone to experience the festival at least once.

Samrat Upadhyay

Nepalese-American writer

I feel privileged and delighted that KCL has been a part of the Serendipity Arts Festival right from its inception, which has allowed me to attend all its editions so far. The festival offers a remarkable range of genres and activities that never fail to pleasantly surprise me with something new every time. This is particularly noteworthy given my extensive experience in the art world spanning over three decades, during which I have traveled widely and attended numerous festivals. Despite the challenges faced after two years, the festival was at par with the previous editions, with great crowds and visitors from all over India. I want to thank the SAF team for making it possible, and a special mention to the enthusiastic volunteers who made a huge contribution to the visitor experience. I hope to witness this grand celebration of arts for years to come." I highly recommend everyone to experience the festival at least once.