Tradition
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War on Santa: Which European nations banned Christmas in the past?
Some religious and political ideologies opposed Christmas in European history, and festive traditions have proved divisive across the continent at…
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The shared traditions of Zisha teapot making and crystal glass
Crossing Cultures heads to Yixing in eastern China to learn more about the ancient art of Zisha teapots, while in…
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Sinterklaas, poems and Zwarte Piet: How the Dutch celebrate Christmas
On the evening of 5 December, Dutch friends and families get together to celebrate their unique take on the festive…
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Soak up cultural heritage (and plenty of wine) on a day trip from Yerevan, Armenia
Yerevan, the tuneful capital of Armenia, boasts over 2,800 years of cultural heritage and has plenty to sing about. Older…
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From salmon to sake: Savouring Niigata’s sustainable gastronomy
In this new episode of Explore Sustainable Japan, we discover the sustainable food and drink culture in Niigata Prefecture –…
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Unraveling the art of silk production in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan’s tradition of silk production has been a hallmark of its cultural and economic landscape for millennia, with deep roots…
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King Conker keeps the crown: World conker champion cleared of cheating
An investigation had been launched into whether “King Conker” cheated during the annual World Conker Championships by using a steel…
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Metal nut? Cheating scandal rocks World Conker Championships
An investigation has been launched into whether “King Conker” cheated during the annual World Conker Championships by using a steel…
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Tasting traditions: Uzbekistan’s gastrotourism experience
A Central Asian nation at the crossroads of ancient trade routes, Uzbekistan has much to offer the curious traveller. Beyond…
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Last French accordion maker closes after 105 years
The traditional French accordion is no more, as Maugein, one of France’s oldest accordion manufacturers, closes shop after 105 years.…
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