Nepali folklore is a diverse set of mythology and traditional beliefs held by the Nepali people.
Folk beliefs
Banjhakri and Banjhakrini, supernatural shamans of the forest. Bir, a demon Boksi, a witch Budhahang, legendary Kirati king who could stop movement of sun Chhauda, a child ghost Kichkandi, type a female ghost. Khyah, mythical creatures Lakhey and Majipa Lakhey, types of demon. Masan, a demon Murkatta, a headless ghost with eyes and mouth in chest Yeti, an ape-like creature purported to inhabit the mountains of Nepal.
See also
Culture of Nepal
References