Dhaka, Terathum

52 km north east of Jun Chiyabari in Hile, Dhankuta lies the town of Myaglung in Terathum district of Nepal. Here, as in other eastern districts of Nepal, fabrics are hand woven by women in geometric designs. This fabric is called Dhaka. Dhaka weaving tradition has been passed down from generation to generation by the womenfolk.

Scarves and caps made from such hand woven fabrics are popular. One would not find any self respecting Nepali from the older generation without his Dhaka Topi (cap). These Dhaka fabrics make a good souvenir or gifts.

There are some tea farmers in Terathum around the villages of Jiri Khimti and Lasune. The leaves are usually processed by the factories in Hile.