Jyapus are the largest caste among the Newar people of the Kathmandu Valley, often thought to be among the oldest urban inhabitants of the region. Jyapus are primarily known as farmers, but they also engage in other trades.
Jyapus are the largest caste among the Newar people of the Kathmandu Valley, often thought to be among the oldest urban inhabitants of the region. Jyapus are primarily known as farmers, but they also engage in other trades.
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