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Newār window refers to the elaborately carved wooden window which is the distinguishing feature of traditional Newa architecture. The ornate windows have been described as a symbol of Newar culture and artistry. The level of design and carving of the Newar window reached its peak in the mid-18th century. They are found on palaces, private residences and sacred houses across Nepal Mandala.

Types of windows
Among the many window designs, the following are the most common: • Sanjhyā (Devanagari: सँझ्या:) is a projecting bay window and the classic Newar window. A typical Sanjhyā consists of three units and is located in the center of a facade. The shutter consists of a lattice and opens upwards. It is usually located on the third floor. • Tikijhya(तिकिझ्या:) is a lattice window and the most common window in traditional architecture. It is located on the second floor. The window allows light and air to enter the room but does not permit a passerby to see inside. • Gājhyā (गा:झ्या:) is a projecting window located under a roof. • Pāsukhā Jhyā (पासुखा झ्या:) is a small window with five units symbolizing the Pancha Buddha (Five Buddhas). It is mostly found on the shrine house of monasteries. File:Sanjhya kindo.jpg|Sanjhyā, Kindo Baha, Kathmandu File:2009-03 Kathmandu 15.jpg|Tikijhyā, Patan Durbar File:Gajhya at Dhalasikwa Baha, Kathmandu..jpg|Gājhyā, Dhalasikwa Baha, Kathmandu File:Pasukha jhya krt.jpg|Pāsukhā Jhyā, Yatkha Baha, Kathmandu ==Famous windows==
Famous windows
A number of traditional carved windows in the Kathmandu Valley are celebrated for their uniqueness. • Desay Madu Jhya (देसय मदु झ्या:), set in a house in Kathmandu, means "the only window of its kind in the country". ==Gallery==
Gallery
Kathmandu Darbar0607 KumariGhar.JPG|Courtyard of Kumari House, Kathmandu File:Desay madu jhya.jpg|Desay Maru Jhyā, Kathmandu File:Golden window, Patan Museum, Patan Durbar Square.jpg|Golden Window, Patan Durbar Square File:Shivas Kinder - 0219.jpg|Peacock Window, Bhaktapur File:Bhaktapur-22-Pfauenfenster-1976-gje.jpg|Another Peacock Window on the same building File:Sanjhya window.jpg|Sacred house, Kathmandu File:Kathmandu Darbar0503.JPG|Kathmandu Durbar Square File:Dhulikhel0838.JPG|Temple square, Dhulikhel File:Chaughara.jpg|Ancient palace, Dolakha ==See also==
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