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NEPAL: Kathmandu – Bhadrakaali – Dharahara Concept Mural Wall – ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS

In 2024 the KATHMANDU METROPOLITAN CITY launched an official mural program in collaboration with the NEPAL ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS. Artists were selected and commissioned by the city to paint these murals and a fantastic concept wall has also been created along Sundhara Road near the Dharahara Tower, featuring cultural motifs depicting the city’s people and historic landmarks. Additional works can be found at Saraswati Park or in the neighborhoods of Maitighar, Babar Mahal, Min Bhawan, Baneshwor and Lainchour.

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SOUTH KOREA: Streetart Daegu – Suseong – Muhak Mural Alleys

Suseong, or Suseong-gu, is a district in eastern Daegu and is considered one of the city’s most affluent and modern areas and is often referred to as the “Gangnam of Daegu”, with the Suseongmot Lake and the Suseong Valley. For art lovers, Suseong Artpia is highly recommended – a major center for the performing and visual arts. But you’ll also find plenty of urban art in the streets, including entire concept walls and extended open-air galleries. There’s especially much to discover around Muhak-ro Street, which runs through the neighborhoods of Dusan-dong and Jisan-dong.

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NEPAL: Pokhara – Lakeside – Rolling Stones Graffiti Wall – Urban Art Alley

The Rolling Stones Rock Bar is one of the most famous live music venues in Pokhara, located on Lakeside Road. It was founded around 2017 and quickly became a central gathering place for rock music fans as well as for local and international musicians. In addition to nearly daily concerts, the space as well hosts DJ sets and parties. Graffiti enthusiasts will also find plenty to enjoy here, as the small alley leading to the entrance is adorned with several graffiti and streetart pieces. At the start rocking Homer Simpson is welcoming you!

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VIETNAM: Dà Lat – Trúc Lâm Temple – Buddhist Monastery at Tuyền Lâm Lake

The Trúc Lâm Temple in Dà Lạt is one of the most beautiful Buddhist monasteries in Vietnam. Nestled in the green hills above Tuyen Lam Lake, the complex combines traditional Vietnamese architecture with a peaceful, meditative atmosphere. Visitors often reach the temple by cable car, enjoying impressive views of forests, lakes, and the mountain landscape of Dà Lạt along the way. The temple is particularly known for its well-tended gardens, bonsai trees, and peaceful atmosphere far from the hustle and bustle of the city.

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NEPAL: Lalitpur – Streetart Kupondole – Graffiti and Urban Art Collection

Kundopole is a densely built neighborhood in the northern part of Lalitpur and is considered a local residential and commercial area outside the main tourist hubs. In the streets you can encounter interesting urban artworks of various forms; especially the SATTYA MEDIA ARTS COLLECTIVE created two of its works here as part of the KOLOR KATHMANDU project and also several walls were painted by the former ART LAB collective, which meanwhile no longer exists anymore, but the involved artists have formed new crews such as TAG THEORY or the KOR ARTS COLLECTIVE

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TAIWAN: Taipei – Streetart Ximending – Cinema Park, America Street & Tattoo Street

Ximending is one of Taipei’s most vibrant neighborhoods, known for its youthful atmosphere, trendy shopping streets, entertainment, and famous Taiwanese street food and the numerous murals and urban artworks. The highlights include America Street, famous for its graffiti, sneaker shops, and hip-hop culture; Cinema Park and Tattoo Street, known for its tattoo studios, alternative fashion, and creative atmosphere. Creative local groups, especially the CITYMARX collective, contribute with murals to the artistic and contemporary identity of the area.

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THAILAND: Streetart Khon Kaen – The Wall & Kultx – Creative Spaces & Urban Art Spots

In this article we present you two colorful places you should definitely visit when you are coming to Khon Kaen. The creative space THE WALL is a small neighbourhood village in the heart of the city, renovated from a former pharmaceutical factory and printing house, and the surrounding walls are covered with beautiful murals and facade paintings. Another great creative location in Khon Kaen is the collaborative art space KULTX. The purpose of its establishment is to encourage the community in Khon Kaen to participate in community art and culture. There are various art exhibitions and numerous activities organized regularly.

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NEPAL: Bharatpur Streetart Festival – Urban Art Event by My Friend’s Hostel, Spacio & Nepalu

The first phase of the BHARATPUR STREET ART FESTIVAL took place from 8th to 15th February in 2026. However, this was only the pilot of this extensive project; plans are in place to paint many more walls, ideally at all schools in the city, and then, following a successful implementation, to launch the master project: The painting of the large Pulchowk Narayani Bridge. This could thus become the country’s largest urban artwork and a creative landmark of the city. This amazing festival project is organized by MY FRIEND’S HOSTEL, NEPALU and SPACIO.

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SOUTH KOREA: Gwangju – Penguin Village – Yangnim-dong – Creative Neighborhood

The Yangnim-dong neighborhood in Gwangju, better known as Penguin Village is a creative art space close to the west bank of the Gwangjucheon river. The community is a small, creative enclave in Gwangju. It emerged from an old residential area dating back to the 1970s and 1980s, which residents transformed into a sort of open-air exhibition. The name “Penguin Village” comes from the fact that older residents with knee problems resembled penguins when they walked. Today, the village is known for its colorful murals, artwork made from recycled objects, and an unusual, nostalgic atmosphere.

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NEPAL: Kathmandu – Old Monastery Thanka and Art Painting School – KUMAR LAMA & KUSFU TAMANG

In Kathmandu we visited the artist and art teacher KUMAR LAMA at his art school OLD MONASTERY THANKA AND ART PAINTING SCHOOL, and spoke with him about his creative space and the art presented. Currently 45 teachers work there and more than 100 students are taking part at the program. Also joining the interview was KUSFU TAMANG, who is an artist herself but also works at the art project. This space is an art education program that has been in operation for many generations.

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