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In quiet national monuments, travelers can experience pueblos and cliff dwellings, some of the most impressive and well-preserved innovations in early Southwestern architecture.
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Benefitting from infrastructure built by governmental support, valued social welfare and important traditions, Finland maintains its rank as the world’s happiest country.
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The implementation of Te Reo Maori, a national language of Aotearoa New Zealand, into the country’s education system is a significant step forward for post-colonial Indigenous revitalization, though its inclusion is met with debate.
Read MoreProtecting Afghanistan’s Cultural Heritage in Bamiyan Valley
Experts seek to protect the colossal Bamiyan Buddha statues, after Afghanistan’s Taliban coordinated their destruction.
Read MoreWhat Autumn Tastes Like Across the World
From mooncakes in China to roasted chestnuts in Spain, autumn’s arrival sparks a global feast of flavors, cultural traditions and celebrations.
Read MoreThe Indigenous Spiritual Site of Madagascar
For 500 years, the Royal Hill of Ambohimanga has remained a symbol of Madagascar's spiritual, historical and cultural heritage.
Read MoreThe Mexican Dance That Defies Erasure: Danza Azteca
Aztec dances exist today as living prayers and powerful symbols of Indigenous survival, uniting Mexican Americans in the United States.
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Albania’s bunkers were built during the Cold War but have since been repurposed as local businesses and tourist attractions.
Read MoreFrance Debates Ban on Childfree Hotels and Restaurants
In France, the debate on childfree hotels, restaurants, campsites and resorts is coming to a head.
Read More6 Bountiful Harvest Festivals Around the World
From enjoying mooncakes in China to throwing marjoram in Iran, cultures worldwide commemorate abundant harvests through traditional customs, family gatherings and celebrating nature.
Read MoreThe Global Story of Braids and Identity
Across continents and centuries, braids have been more than hairstyles; they’ve served as symbols of identity, resistance, status and survival, carrying the stories of entire cultures within them.
Read MoreThe Colorful Culture of Mexican Folk Arts
For thousands of years, unique folk art has held a significant place in Mexican culture, defining not only the country’s complex history but also its proud national identity.
Read MoreShamans: The Natural Healers of the World
Shamanism, a spiritual and natural healing method, doesn’t have one singular origin, but rather a translation of existence across communities, shaping their health traditions and culture.
Read MoreDhobi Ghat: The World’s Largest Open-Air Laundry
This massive outdoor wash yard continues to serve Mumbai’s hotels, hospitals and homes after more than a century of operation.
Read MoreWeddings Around the World: Traditions of Love and Unity
Internationally, weddings are celebrated with unique cultural traditions ranging from playful games to serious rituals that symbolize the blending of lives.
Read MoreHow a Colombian Music Genre Spread Across Latin America
Cumbia music began in Colombia and spread across Latin America, evolving into unique styles that reflect each region’s culture and social struggles.
Read MoreUshguli, Georgia: One of Europe’s Highest Inhabited Villages
In the highlands of the Caucasus, this stone-built village keeps going despite isolation, harsh winters and a changing world.
Read MoreUnderstanding Mecca’s Sacred Symbol: The Kaaba
Here is how the sacred site of Mecca in Saudi Arabia shapes faith, identity and worship in Islam.
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