Chinese civilization has lasted for 5000 years with numerous encounters of foreign religions. Many religions have integrated with Chinese culture. Although after the foundation of the People’s Republic of China, the communist ideology didn’t promote any religions across the country. … Continue reading Anthropology: The History of Chinese Religion and Cultural Integration
Japanese Buddhist temples are famous for their unique architectural style, stunning statues and tranquil grounds. Almost every municipality in Japan has at least one temple, while large cultural centres have hundreds of them. The temples hold and display sacred Buddhist … Continue reading Architecture of Buddhist Temples in Japan: An Amalgamation of Chinese Styles and Japanese Variants
In Firth of Clyde, Scotland, the Holy Isle sits like an isolated, hazy dream across the waters from Lamlash village on the larger Isle of Arran. The island is 2 miles long and less than a mile wide. However, the … Continue reading Anthropology: Scotland’s Holy Isle and Its Culture of Spirituality
Chinese and Indian cultures have heavily influenced the cultures of Southeast Asia and have fused really well with indigenous traditions and cultures introduced by other foreign powers to the region. This amalgamation of cultures is what creates the distinct cultures … Continue reading Anthropology: Evidence of Cultural Amalgamation in Southeast Asia
As a residential college student, there is one location that I look forward to visiting every day on campus: the dining hall. Students look forward to a meal after long, taxing periods of classes, studying, or extra-curricular activities. Sometimes, however, … Continue reading Anthropology: Culture Shock in Relation to Food in College
Live music. Flashy neon lights. Flamboyant costumes. Elaborate hairdos. At first glance, a Getai show appears to be an ordinary concert or performance. However, Getai is nothing but ordinary. In fact, the event is staged for ghosts. Yes, you read … Continue reading Singapore’s Getai Culture: Behind the Glitz and Glamour
The Japanese tea ceremony is one of the most ancient and time-honoured traditions of Japan. With its roots in the principles of Zen Buddhism, the tea ceremony is known as chadō, which means ‘the way of tea’, while the art … Continue reading Anthropology: The Japanese Tea Ceremony
From time immemorial, Bhutan has been a favorite destination for tourists. Besides prosperity, Bhutan also is popular for its happiness quotient. Not only the scenic beauty but also the rich heritage attracts visitors to come to this country. In Bhutan, … Continue reading Anthropology: Enthralling Festivals and Fairs Of Bhutan
This is not your five-star holiday. Nor is it an adventure trip. No. This is a pilgrimage of a lifetime. A journey which has changed lives of millions of people. It is a journey towards a mysterious mountain that has … Continue reading Travel Guide: Pilgrimage to the Mysterious Mount Kailash