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…
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…
From the hardship of the post-war years to the ambition of becoming a global financial and innovation hub, the city’s story has been one of resilience, reinvention, and…
The festival was held annually from its original inception in 1932 to 2019. It was not held for more than 6 years due to the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, record-breaking floods in…
The State Railway of Thailand will be offering a one-day steam train journey from Bangkok to the historic city of Ayutthaya on July 28, 2026 to celebrate the King's birthday,…
The harmonious blend of the gentle sweetness of green tea and the pure fragrance of lotus blossoms from West Lake has created a precious brew steeped in the identity of Hanoi.
Yak yogurt remains an important food staple of Tibetan culture. Its thick texture and distinctive tangy flavour set it apart from the sweeter yogurts commonly found elsewhere.
This waterway is more than just a border: it serves as a gateway to an array of experiences – from wartime memories, to trains crossing the Friendship Bridge, Chinese teachers…
A traditional Tao boat sailed from Taiwan’s Orchid Island to Batanes, reviving a 300-year-old sea route between Tao and Ivatan communities.
The council was founded on June 23, 1956. Since then, the council has worked to improve support for "hibakusha" (survivors) and held campaigns for the elimination of nuclear…