Two brothers Rajendra Man Singh Basnyat and Rabindra Man Singh Basnyat started a pashmina shop at their 243-year-old ancestral property called Paltan Ghar(an army house) located in Ason, Keltole one of the oldest and busiest marketplaces of Nepal. Their ancestors served closely in an army or a government job. Despite family culture to go …
What is Pashmina and How its made? Pashmina or Cashmere are made up of pashmina wool which is collected every spring shedding the inner winter coat of a pashmina goat called Capra Hiracus or changyra which lives in harsh Himalayan climate above 3000 meters, higher the habitat better the quality of cashmere. Approximately 80–170 grams …
Pashminas are a gorgeous addition to any woman’s wardrobe. Traditionally, a pashmina scarf is hand spun and woven in the Himalayan region of India and Nepal – made from fine cashmere fibers blended with silk. This combination of fibers creates a beautiful material known for its lightweight, yet the warm texture and lustrous appearance. These …
