Asa Safu Kuthi

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Asa Safu Kuthi (Nepal Bhasa:आशा सफू कुथि) is a free library of Nepal Bhasa (Newar) language materials. It is the largest library of Nepal Bhasa materials;[citation needed] it even includes inscriptions and chronicles. It was established in Nepal Sambat in 1116.

Asa Safu Kuthi Entrance
The main gate of Asa Safu Kuthi

Location[edit]

It is situated outside the Raktakali Temple in Kathmandu inside Manka Dhuku premises.

Contents[edit]

The library contains many books, inscriptions and chronicles. The books are primarily in Nepal Bhasa, but a few books in Nepali are also available. The first floor contains all of the books. The upper floor contains inscriptions and chronicles. A modern system of reading is also applied. One can either view everything directly or through a computer. The books can be photocopied or printed.

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