Discovering the Boulder-Nepal Connection: A Tale of Two Mountain Cultures Boulder, Colorado, and Nepal share a surprising and profound connection that transcends geographical boundaries. Both places are nestled amidst towering mountains—Boulder in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains and Nepal in the embrace of the Himalayas. This shared reverence for nature and spiritual exploration has […]

Boulderites and Buddhism: A Deep Connection to Nepal Boulder, Colorado, has long been known for its open-minded, spiritually conscious community, with Buddhism playing a prominent role in the city’s cultural and personal identity. This connection has led many Boulderites to Nepal, a nation rich in Buddhist tradition and spirituality, to deepen their practice and immerse […]

Boulder & Kathmandu: Sister Cities Bridging Mountains and Cultures Boulder, Colorado, and Kathmandu, Nepal, are cities worlds apart geographically yet bound by a sister-city relationship that bridges the Rockies and the Himalayas. This unique partnership, established in 1983, celebrates shared values of environmental stewardship, cultural exchange, and a deep connection to the mountains that define […]

Huge buzz is going around about John Hickenlooper’s declaration that Colorado will openly become a foster home to Syrian refugees. Tens of thousands of people could enter the US as they flee the recent escalation of violence against civilians perpetrated by ISIS. Many agree with this policy of open borders, and many detest it, but today will simply be an […]