March 1, 2024
The Daura Suruwal is one of the two national dresses of Nepal, alongside the Sari for women.
It consists of two main parts: the Daura, a long coat-like garment similar to the Kurta, and the Suruwal, loose-fitting trousers.
The Daura Suruwal is a modern adaptation of the Tapālan, the traditional clothing of Newar men.
The coat, a more recent addition, was introduced by Jang Bahadur Rana, a 19th-century prime minister of Nepal.
Daura Suruwal is worn on special occasions like festivals, weddings, and cultural ceremonies, symbolizing cultural pride and tradition.
It is also popular among people of Indian Gorkha origin in Darjeeling, India.
The Daura Suruwal comes in various colors and fabrics, with Dhaka cotton being a popular choice for special occasions.