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The Tày people – Living In Harmony With Nature

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The Tày people – Living In Harmony With Nature

The Tày are skillful puppeteers. The figurines take two to three days to carve, paint and clothe, and their movements are animated using bamboo sticks that are attached to the torso and limbs. In addition to people animating the puppets, there are performers who provide them with voices and play musical instruments including drums, blow flutes and the Tinh instrument.

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2023-05-31 2 Views

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Phrae Province: A Focal Point of Thai Culture, Part 2 of 2

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Phrae Province: A Focal Point of Thai Culture, Part 2 of 2

As we learned in the previous episode, the Phrae region of Thailand has unique cultural attributes that are summarized in the local slogan, “Mo Hom (the traditional natural Indigo dyed fabric), Teakwood, the Land that Phra Lo Loves, Cho Hae of the City, the Famous Phae Mueang Phi, and the Kind-Hearted People of Phrae.”

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2023-05-24 236 Views

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Phrae Province: A Focal Point of Thai Culture, Part 1 of 2

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Phrae Province: A Focal Point of Thai Culture, Part 1 of 2

The ancient land we live in is named Phrae of Lanna Thai, peaceful, merry, and bright.

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Puuc Architecture: Marvel of Mayan Civilization

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Puuc Architecture: Marvel of Mayan Civilization

More than a thousand years ago, the highly developed Mayan civilization flourished in this region. This ancient society was known for its advanced knowledge of mathematics, precise calendar-making ability, intricate mapping of the heavens, and skillful artistry. These amazing qualities were reflected in the incredible Mayan architectural style known as “Puuc.”

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2023-05-10 211 Views

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Micronations of the World

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Micronations of the World

Most of you are aware of the world’s 195 countries, but have you heard of the many fascinating micronations that also exist on our planet? More than 400 micronations have been recorded in recent history, and currently approximately 67 exist around the world.One of the first recorded micronations, the Kingdom of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, a 14.2 square-kilometer coral archipelago in the Indian Oc

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2023-05-03 211 Views

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The Fascinating African Heritage of the San and Himba People

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The Fascinating African Heritage of the San and Himba People

The San and the Himba are indigenous people of Angola and other surrounding African countries. The Kalahari desert is home to a few San communities. These groups were initially made known to the world through the 1955 documentary, “The Lost World of the Kalahari.” In this 6-part documentary, Sir Laurens van der Post recounts his discovery of the Bushmen and their beautiful culture of cave art and

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2023-04-23 267 Views

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Somalia: Land of Poets and Storytellers

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Somalia: Land of Poets and Storytellers

Located in the Horn of Africa, Somalia is the easternmost country on the continent and has its longest coastline, with more than 3,000 km of sandy beaches along the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean. While Somali and Arabic are the country’s official languages, English is also widely taught and spoken throughout the nation. The majority of its population believe in Islam. It’s believed that Somali

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2023-04-12 230 Views

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The Past Revealed: Recent Findings in Extreme Drought

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The Past Revealed: Recent Findings in Extreme Drought

Increasing global temperatures have led to droughts and severe reductions of water in dams, rivers, and lakes. The receding waters have revealed ancient landmarks, structures, statues, fossils, and even historic cities that until recently, lay underwater. On today’s show we’ll share some of these findings with you.In July 2022, the water level of Spain’s Valdecañas Reservoir dropped to 28%, exposi

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2023-04-05 302 Views

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The Indigenous Tshwa and Doma People of Zimbabwe

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The Indigenous Tshwa and Doma People of Zimbabwe

In today’s show, “The Indigenous Tshwa and Doma People of Zimbabwe,” we will learn about two ethnic groups which belong to some of the oldest cultures of South Africa.There are approximately 2,600 Tshwa San who live primarily in western Zimbabwe. Tjwao (formerly spelled Tshwao) is the dialect spoken by the Tshwa people and it was traditionally taught orally. Traditionally, Tshwa families were fair

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2023-03-29 888 Views

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Uzbekistan: Golden Heart of the Silk Road, Part 2 of 2

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Uzbekistan: Golden Heart of the Silk Road, Part 2 of 2

More than a thousand years ago, citizens from Asia, the Middle East, and the West converged in one location to share ideas, culture, art, spices, music, and more, as they journeyed to faraway lands. This location was the site of modern-day Uzbekistan, once known as an oasis in the middle of the famed Silk Road. Art and culture have flourished in the region for centuries. Many of today’s artisans w

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2023-03-22 272 Views

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Uzbekistan: Golden Heart of the Silk Road, Part 1 of 2

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Uzbekistan: Golden Heart of the Silk Road, Part 1 of 2

Red-sand deserts, snowcapped mountains, unique architecture, and more than 2,000 years of culture – these are just a few of the many attractions the Republic of Uzbekistan has to offer. Ranked as the top travel destination for the year 2020 by Lonely Planet, the country is being recognized as one of Central Asia’s hidden gems. Since the country gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, Uz

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2023-03-15 286 Views

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Mali: A Rich Land with a Precious Heritage

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Mali: A Rich Land with a Precious Heritage

The Republic of Mali is a large landlocked country in the heart of West Africa that extends deep into the Sahara Desert. Agriculture is the dominant economic sector in the country, particularly cotton and grain production, which includes rice, corn, and wheat. Mali’s national drink, green tea, is also an integral aspect of life, and is by far the country’s most popular beverage. In Mali, the key s

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2023-03-08 323 Views

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Walls of Cultural Significance

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Walls of Cultural Significance

Walls are among the most common and essential human-made structures. Apart from their functional purposes, some have become cultural or political symbols, representing the history and ideas of the people who built them. On our show today, we’ll visit some of the world’s most interesting walls.

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2023-03-01 336 Views

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The Charrúa - Resilient Indigenous People of Uruguay

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The Charrúa - Resilient Indigenous People of Uruguay

For many years, it was believed that the Charrúa ethnic group was extinct. However, people with this indigenous lineage have recently been coming forward and revealing their Charrúa backgound. Today, it is believed that there are approximately 160,000 to 300,000 Charrúa descendants living in Uruguay, Argentina and Brazil. Associations have been formed to recognize and pay tribute to this indigenou

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2023-02-22 401 Views

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Houseboats: Smart Living and Traveling on Water

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Houseboats: Smart Living and Traveling on Water

Since ancient times, humans have used boats and ships to transport goods worldwide. Those vessels would sometimes travel for months and be used as living quarters. Eventually, such floating structures became homes for many people, most choosing to have them moored in a fixed location. The most significant difference between a houseboat and a floating home is movement. Floating houses are moored in

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2023-02-15 349 Views

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Maldives: A Sunny Paradise in the Indian Ocean

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Maldives: A Sunny Paradise in the Indian Ocean

At the heart of the Indian Ocean sits Maldives, an independent island country consisting of almost 1,200 small islands stretching along 871 kilometers. The country's unique geography, which spans across the equator, means one can consistently enjoy a tropical climate that is hot and humid all year round, with an average annual temperature of 28 degrees Celsius. Due to these natural factors, it is

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The Artistic Tahitian Culture

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The Artistic Tahitian Culture

The Tahitian people reside on the islands of French Polynesia. Known as The Islands of Tahiti, this area is a made up of more than 100 islands and atolls and have been fondly referred to as “the heart and soul of the South Pacific.”For generations, art has been an important part of the Tahitian culture. Since 1881, the Heiva festival has brought together many performers and artists including chore

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2023-01-25 308 Views

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Ecuador: Protector of Nature's Rights

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Ecuador: Protector of Nature's Rights

Ecuador is situated on the west side of the South American continent along the equator. It is bordered by Colombia to the north and Peru to the south, and backed by the Andes Mountains, home of Cotopaxi, the highest active volcano in the world. Extending along the Pacific coastlands, across the Andean mountains and through the Amazon rainforest, the geological diversity of this country has nurture

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2023-01-12 302 Views

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The Endangered Indigenous Communities of the World

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The Endangered Indigenous Communities of the World

There are currently 467 million citizens in more than 90 countries in the world who identify themselves as indigenous people. With over 5,000 different ethnic groups, indigenous people make up about 6.2 percent of the global population. Sadly, due to climate change, land invasions, the exploitation of natural resources in the animal-people livestock industry, and other factors, many indigenous cul

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Lessons Learned from the Peaceful Karen Community

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Lessons Learned from the Peaceful Karen Community

The Karen people are an ethnic group situated in various parts of southeast Asia including Myanmar, Thailand and India. In Thailand, there are four main Karen groups and one of their largest hill tribes live in a community called Ban Huai Tom. Villagers in this Buddhist community strive to live in harmony with nature and call themselves “Pakakoryor,” which means “human being” or people who have a

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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.