Our Story
Pasalaya is a heartfelt endeavor dedicated to serving the unique needs of the Nepalese diaspora community. As an online marketplace, we bring Nepalese designs, products, and services to the global market. We are starting with a focus on showcasing the rich art and design of Nepal on everyday items.
Born with love in New York and Texas, we currently serve the North American and Australian markets.
We are committed to expanding our collaboration with Nepalese product providers and manufacturers to bring authentic Nepali products and services to a global audience.
QUALITY
We maintain an unwavering commitment to quality, evident in the meticulous selection of products and services we offer. Each provider has been carefully chosen after rigorous testing of numerous samples, ensuring that only the best is made available to you.
IDENTITY
Our designs, products and services pay homage to Nepal's rich and diverse natural and cultural heritage. We take great pride in our Nepalese identity (नेपालीपन), and this pride is reflected in our selection of products, designs and services.
Affordability
We firmly believe that our customers should not have to dig deep into their pockets for high-quality, well-designed products and services.
We proudly use
Sustainability
WE BELIEVE IN CONSIDERINGTHE IMPACT OF THE CHOICES WE MAKE EVERY DAY
Name and Logo
Etymology:
The name “Pasalaya” is derived from two Nepali words: “Pasal” and “-alaya.” “Pasal” is a versatile term in Nepali that refers to various types of retail shops, ranging from clothing boutiques to electronics stores. “-Alaya” translates to “abode” or “dwelling” in Sanskrit, and is commonly used in Nepali to form new words, such as “vidhyalaya” (school) or “sangrahalaya” (museum).
Logo:
Our logo is inspired by the Licchavi Coins used during the Licchavi Kingdom's rule in Nepal from around CE 576 to 750. These coins were the first widely used currency in the Kathmandu Valley and surrounding hills. Given their historical significance as the earliest form of exchange in marketplaces, we chose to incorporate them into our logo as a symbol of our connection to Nepal's rich cultural heritage.
our mission
At Pasalaya, our mission is to celebrate and serve the unique needs of the Nepalese diaspora community. We aim to revolutionize the online market place for our community with a dedicated focus and our genuine connection to Nepali culture and values.
We are committed to expanding our collaboration with Nepalese product providers and manufacturers to bring authentic Nepali products and services to a global audience.