Jewelry has been a significant adornment in every woman’s life. Since the inception of civilization, jewelry has been an integral part of every woman’s life. It has always been a very crucial part of who she is and what she … Continue reading An Overview of the Cultural Holistic Science of Jewelry in Indian Tradition
Ikebana is the Japanese art of arranging flowers. A tradition born during the ancient period and thriving since then, ikebana is also known as kadō (way of flowers.) The tradition started as floral offerings on altars. Later, the tokonoma (alcove) … Continue reading Anthropology: Ikebana Is the Japanese Art of Flower Arrangement
Haiku, or the art of the short poem, is a form of Japanese poetry that has been and continues to be a pivotal part of Japanese culture. Interestingly enough, the Haiku is considered to be the world’s shortest poem, containing … Continue reading Haiku: The Art of the Short Poem and Its Cultural Significance
No matter where you live, festivals are always a great way to get together to celebrate events, culture, heritage and traditions. They play a vital role in building and binding the nation and people from all religions and backgrounds. In … Continue reading Travel Guide: Switzerland’s Top Cultural Festivals
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
When one thinks of Portugal, the first image that most likely comes to mind is its sunny beaches, maritime exploration history, Fado music, and, of course, its capital, Lisbon. In a small town named Guimarães, a new chapter begins as … Continue reading History and Culture of Guimarães: The Birthplace of Portugal
Zionism is a movement that aims for the creation of a Jewish State. In its current form and for most of its history, this state is to be built in the region of Palestine (called Zion צִיּוֹן in the Old … Continue reading Philosophical Origins and Sociopolotical Evolution of Zionism as a Nationalist Movement
Gender identity and gender roles will always remain a relevant subject no matter what century we live in. Who created or assigned these ‘roles’? Was there any sense in assigning strict roles to only a particular gender? Who decided that … Continue reading Anthropology: Gender Roles in Indigenous Cultures
Concealed in Pakistan’s northern areas is the remote Kalash Valley. Known for its unique culture and traditions, secluding it from the rest of the country. The people, known as Kalash or Kalasha, were once a large number, around 200,000. Now, … Continue reading Anthropology: The Colorful People of Kalash Valley