Ink and inspiration: A tribute to Chinese craftsmanship
The Chinese drama 'The Heir' delves into the rich traditions of Chinese artistry, intertwining history and storytelling to celebrate a national heritage.
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Bamboo sustaining Bhutanese village’s livelihood becomes scarce
Yula, the preferred bamboo, is becoming increasingly scarce, raising concerns over the region's signature livelihood.
The many gifts of Bangladeshi cultural icon Mustafa Monwar
Mustafa Monwar was deeply dedicated to his pursuit of perfection, especially in the dance items, which were the apple of his eye, says the writer.
Journey through the birth of dynastic China
Rare relics reveal how distant communities were united with ritual and belief.
China’s ‘F1 on Water’ revives folk traditions through storytelling
Featuring high-speed races and dramatic stunts in winding river channels as narrow as three meters, Diejiao Dragon Boat Racing in Foshan, Guangdong province, has evolved from a…
Indigenous community in Brunei celebrates harvest festival with ‘rolling the mat’ ceremony
Organised by the Teraja Longhouse Committee and its Women’s Bureau, the celebration aimed to foster friendship and unity within the Iban community, while preserving the rich…
The lost Khoda art of Bangladesh’s Santals: Tattoos, identity and the legacy of the Santal Hul
Body markings such as Khoda (tattoos) and Shika (branding) are extremely sacred rituals in Santal society. They held deep significance in both this world (earthly life) and the…
Kyoto city government expands efforts to preserve disappearing Kyo-machiya traditional townhouses
Upkeep and property taxes can place a heavy burden on their owners, prompting many of them to consider selling or demolishing the buildings. It is said that these structures are…
They sang on Kathmandu’s streets to survive. The city silenced the music
A municipal crackdown on sidewalk performers has left a community of visually impaired people without a livelihood, sparking protests.
Keeping the craft of Vietnam’s Do paper alive
Once used for royal documents and treasured for its remarkable strength, Do paper has become one of Vietnam's most fragile traditional crafts. In a small village, a handful of…