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Invisible No Longer. Top Story - September 2020.
In the 1800’s, when New Zealand was colonised, the ancient and sacred female tattooing practice of moko kauae began to fade away. Its very existence was placed under threat alongside the spiritual culture and identity of Māori. Yet, what was initially thought to be lost by the devastating impact of colonisation, has now begun to blossom once again; meaning that a whole new generation of Māori women can wear their identity with pride.
By The Rumble Online5 years ago in Wander
The Karnak Temple
The Karnak Temple is a great subject for the topic of iconiclash. As known, the Egyptians believed in many gods, a belief frowned upon by more popular religions such as Christianity. A lot of Egyptian gods were also depicted with the heads of animals, which is not often found in other religions.
By Kailah Pierre5 years ago in Wander
Saying "Hello" in France
I have found that around the world, people will great each other in very different ways. Whether it's a kiss, a hug, a handshake or a wave, saying hello is part of human nature and it varies a lot depending on the country, culture and occasion. I find that greetings in France are quite different so I'm going to share my experience.
By Scott Hickman5 years ago in Wander
Three Ways to Experience Culture on Holiday
The livelihoods of millions of cultural professionals have been put at serious risk over the last five months, with COVID-19 disrupting the tourism industry and holiday goers. The economical impacts can be seen in the amount of staff put on furlough or made redundant by airlines, with travel agents and tourism boards in countries worldwide hoping for a light at the end of the tunnel.
By Amy Mercer5 years ago in Wander
How to explore Batticaloa
Located approximately 130 kilometres southeast from major cities such as Trincomalee in Sri Lanka, Batticaloa is a popular tourist destination that attracts travellers from near and far. It is also a major commercial city on the east coast and offers a myriad of opportunities to explore and engage in fascinating activities in and around its captivating landscape. Here are some insights on how you can explore Batticaloa, a charming city in Sri Lanka.
By Peaushan Devanarayana5 years ago in Wander
Hanabi
Hanabi From July to September during the Summer holidays, the sky of Japan is lit with hundreds and thousands of beautiful fireworks, known locally as "Hanabi" and commonly as ‘Fireworks’. It is one of the most important and beautiful festivals celebrated all around Japan with lots and lots of enjoyment and colorfulness, of course with lots of delicious Japanese food. This festival is equivalent to Cherry blossom event ‘Hanami’ which is celebrated during the spring season.
By Arun Prasad5 years ago in Wander
RAJASTHAN: REASONS TO VISIT
Do you have any idea which is the largest state of India? If we consider area wise, then Rajasthan is the biggest one. Often regarded as the 'Glory of India' because of its rich cultural heritage, traditions, old palaces, museums, wild range of delicious recipes and various other perfect tourist destinations, it is one of the most loved spots for tourists. If anyone is planning to tour India, then without exploring Rajasthan, the tour won't be over.
By Prashant Kumar5 years ago in Wander
Why [the hell] Did I Move to ATL?
So I recently moved to Atlanta. I would love to say that it’s been mash up of fun and excitement since I’ve been here, but that would be me stretching the truth. Don’t get me wrong, it has been fun, and I have had some exciting moments since I’ve been here, but it ain’t been all roses and sunshine. I’ve had some real fucked up shit happen in the four months I’ve been here, but honestly, I’m not here to talk about that – at least not right now.
By Marq McKinzee6 years ago in Wander
The Coliseum in Rome
During our visit to Rome, we were privileged to visit the Coliseum. Just standing inside the Coliseum gave me chills as I envisioned being in the movie Gladiator and actually experiencing the history of that era. I could picture Russell Crowe in the center fighting for his privileges and recalling how he depicted life at this time in history. As we know, Hollywood portrays Roman gladiatorial contests as brutal, unruly duels that usually ended when one of the combatants killed the other. But in reality, gladiators didn't always fight to the death.
By Elaine M. Gallagher6 years ago in Wander
Schoolies Alternative Adventure
Life after school; a time to reflect on twelve years of friendships; made and lost, of hard work and unquestionable bouts of procrastination, and what felt like prolonged drudgery in those last remaining months. High school is a truly memorable stepping stone in the paths of our lives; it helps shape who we are.
By The Salty Dreamers6 years ago in Wander
Cultural Experience
My cultural experience in the Dominican Republic was extremely an amazing trip. The Dominicans way of life differ from ours in many different ways such as, gender roles, economy, relationships, education, dynamics of the family, and much more. Although their culture is different, it doesn’t mean they develop a wrong way to live; however, they were able to seek out a simpler and more benefiting way to support and contribute to their daily needs. Because of these differences, we were able to get the opportunity to visit a country of poverty with so many people looking for a helping hand. These people needed someone to hear their stories, to show compassion and love towards them. As you begin to open up your hearts and minds to deepen your understanding of the Dominican culture, you will be able to also learn about the way they live, their perspective of things, and as well as the history behind the Dominican people
By Jocquetta Jones6 years ago in Wander
Facts of Bhutan
Bhutan is a small country in the eastern Himalayas surrounded by big countries India and China. Bhutan is geographically in South Asia and is the region's second-least-populous nation after the Maldives. Thimphu is its capital and the largest city, while Phuntsholing is its financial center. In South Asia, Bhutan ranks first in economic freedom, ease of doing business and peace and is the least corrupt country in the region as of 2016. The head of state is the King of Bhutan, known as the "Dragon King”. Name of the Dragon king is Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. The official language is Dzongkha (written in the Tibetan script).
By Sushanka Malakar6 years ago in Wander
