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Honoring the beautiful indigenous cultures that have graced our planet in the past and present, featuring festive dances, traditional music and an abundance of colorful clothing, artwork, plus timeless spirituality reminding us of our original nature and harmonious relationship with the universe.

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Legacy and Traditions of the Pueblo People

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Legacy and Traditions of the Pueblo People

The Ancestral Puebloan culture was characterized by reliance on cultivated foods, the construction of pueblos with multi-room and multi-story masonry structures, distinctive pottery, and the use of underground ceremonial chambers.
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Montessori Education: Unleashing Potential Through Innovative Education

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Montessori Education: Unleashing Potential Through Innovative Education

Dr. Maria Montessori, born in Italy in 1870, created a unique way of teaching called the Montessori Method. In 1900, she led a school that taught teachers how to help kids who found learning difficult. She made special tools and teaching methods that worked so well that even those of us who were thought to be “unteachable” started passing tests. Her ideas soon spread and helped all kinds of kids l
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The Boruca: Guardians of Indigenous Wisdom, Part 2 of 2

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The Boruca: Guardians of Indigenous Wisdom, Part 2 of 2

The Boruca have preserved a strong core of their culture for many centuries. Weaving was a part of everyday life, providing clothing, blankets, hammocks, pouches, and more for the Boruca community. “We use leaves, seeds mud, tree bark, different trees such as carbonero, which is black, the mangrove which is red, the nance which is earth colored. So, you have to let them ferment for two or three da
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The Boruca: Guardians of Indigenous Wisdom, Part 1 of 2

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The Boruca: Guardians of Indigenous Wisdom, Part 1 of 2

The Boruca, also known as the Borunca, Brunka, or Brunca, are an indigenous community of approximately 2,600 people known for their incredible artistic talents, canoe-making skills, and strong connection to Mother Nature. Their home is the Reserva Indígena Boruca, located in southwestern Costa Rica, near the Térraba River and within the Talamanca Mountain range of the Puntarenas Province.As
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Unearthing Singapore’s Past: A Journey Through Artifacts, Part 2 of 2

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Unearthing Singapore’s Past: A Journey Through Artifacts, Part 2 of 2

Singapore’s artistic scene is a fascinating reflection of its evolving cultural identity. In the early to mid-20th century, Nanyang artists emerged, a group of pioneers who captured the essence of Southeast Asia in their works.
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Unearthing Singapore’s Past: A Journey Through Artifacts, Part 1 of 2

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Unearthing Singapore’s Past: A Journey Through Artifacts, Part 1 of 2

This is an 1856 painting by a British artist called Percy Carpenter. For us at the National Museum, this is a really important painting for quite a number of reasons. For one, this has strong documentary value. It shows us what Singapore looked like in the mid-19th century.
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Baju Kurung and Baju Melayu: Embodying Indonesia’s Traditional Attire Heritage, Part 2 of 2

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Baju Kurung and Baju Melayu: Embodying Indonesia’s Traditional Attire Heritage, Part 2 of 2

When it comes to motifs in traditional Malay clothing, apart from the plain ones, I prefer the floral design.  And the flower motifs should not be too big or too small. I like the medium size of floral motif, because it looks more simple but nice.
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Baju Kurung and Baju Melayu: Embodying Indonesia’s Traditional Attire Heritage, Part 1 of 2

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Baju Kurung and Baju Melayu: Embodying Indonesia’s Traditional Attire Heritage, Part 1 of 2

In this Malay Baju Kurung, we have distinctive characteristics, namely the form that is knee-length, the sleeves are large, and the shape is loose. Why is it loose? It is to maintain politeness in dressing. So the curves of the body are not apparent, it does not look tight, so everything is loose.
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Traditions and Modernity of Qatar, Part 2 of 2

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Traditions and Modernity of Qatar, Part 2 of 2

Doha, the pulsating heart of Qatar, is a vibrant city where modern marvels meet ancient wonders. From record-breaking theme parks to natural desert havens, interactive cultural gems, and thrilling adventures.
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Traditions and Modernity of Qatar, Part 1 of 2

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Traditions and Modernity of Qatar, Part 1 of 2

The land of Qatar has been home to countless human settlements over the past millennia. We have Stone Age, Bronze Age and Iron Age evidence of coastal encampments and trade artifacts. These encampments and artifacts have been preserved and are undergoing further research.
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The Tibetan Singing Bowl: An Ancient Instrument of Healing and Clarity

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The Tibetan Singing Bowl: An Ancient Instrument of Healing and Clarity

Tibetan singing bowl is the name used around the world for a small to medium-sized inverted bell that makes a beautiful sound when struck or rubbed. Typically associated with Tibetan Buddhism, this instrument is believed to possess special qualities that greatly enhance focus and promote healing. It’s also known by other names such as Himalayan singing bowl, sound bowl, healing bowl, Tibetan bell,
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Where History and Beauty Converge in the Neighborhoods of Granada, Spain, Part 2 of 2

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Where History and Beauty Converge in the Neighborhoods of Granada, Spain, Part 2 of 2

The Gypsies move in clans  of family members. When a couple got married, what they did was to enlarge the cave. They would excavate and  they dug in such a way that a cave could have between 7, 8 or 9 rooms. They would go deeper according to  the needs of the family clan.
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Where History and Beauty Converge in the Neighborhoods of Granada, Spain, Part 1 of 2

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Where History and Beauty Converge in the Neighborhoods of Granada, Spain, Part 1 of 2

What’s so wonderful about the Alhambra is that it’s not simply a building, but the boundary between landscape and architecture seems very loose. The section that is enforced by being on top of a hill is played off very effectively, so that views through the space and movement through the space allow you to experience this landscape integrated into the architecture.
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The Toda People: A Unique Culture of the Nilgiri Hills

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The Toda People: A Unique Culture of the Nilgiri Hills

The Todas are members of a rare indigenous culture that has chosen to follow a vegetarian lifestyle. They hold certain values in high regard, including the belief that their homeland is a sacred entity to be worshipped and the belief that their community is deeply connected to Mother Nature.
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International Children’s Day: Celebrating Our Youngest Citizens

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International Children’s Day: Celebrating Our Youngest Citizens

Here I am, - with a right for shelter, and a right for care. Here I am, - I’ve got the right for shelter and the right for love. Here I am, - do you know how I feel, and do you see what I see?
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Discovering Hahoe: A Journey into Korean Mask Art, Part 2 of 2

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Discovering Hahoe: A Journey into Korean Mask Art, Part 2 of 2

Originally, Byeolsin-gut was a form of shamanistic religious ritual aimed at solving people’s life problems by asking the gods for help.
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Discovering Hahoe: A Journey into Korean Mask Art, Part 1 of 2

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Discovering Hahoe: A Journey into Korean Mask Art, Part 1 of 2

In the past, when Hahoe mask performances were a traditional part of village life, people who watched these performances believed that the masks were so sacred that when the clown wearing the mask laughed, the mask itself would appear to be laughing, and if the clown expressed anger, the mask would also appear to be angry.
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The Phoenicians: Masters of the Mediterranean Sea, Part 2 of 2

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The Phoenicians: Masters of the Mediterranean Sea, Part 2 of 2

Phoenicia benefited from a wealth of water, as many rivers descended from prominent mountain ranges such as Mount Hermon in Lebanon and the Auntie-Lebanon Mountains in Syria. These resources allowed for the cultivation of essential crops like wheat, barley, and olives, which formed a substantial portion of the Phoenician diet.
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The Phoenicians: Masters of the Mediterranean Sea, Part 1 of 2

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The Phoenicians: Masters of the Mediterranean Sea, Part 1 of 2

The Phoenicians had a deep love for the sea and were renowned as maritime experts. They were like bold explorers of the ocean. Crafting incredible ships that were both sturdy and swift, the vessels featured expansive sails and oars.
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Exploring the Tsymbaly: A Musical Instrument of Ukraine (Ureign)

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Exploring the Tsymbaly: A Musical Instrument of Ukraine (Ureign)

A skilled tsymbaly player stands or sits in front of the instrument and strikes the strings by using two short beaters such as small hammers, mallets, or wooden sticks with paddles at the ends to produce different tones and dynamics.
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