Search Results for 'Tradition'

Indian Culture: Traditions and Customs of India

The culture of India is among the world's oldest, reaching back about 5,000 years. Many sources describe it as "Sa Prathama Sanskrati Vishvavara" — the first and the supreme culture in the world. India is a very divers [...]

Posted On : Apr, 11 2013 | Comments : 0

Experience African culture and tradition with African Wax pr...

If you are crazy about African fabrics then you must turn your eyes towards the textiles made of African wax prints and African Georges. Through opting for these accessories, you can fulfill all your fashion requirements without emptying [...]

Posted On : Apr, 03 2013 | Comments : 0

‘Broadway Melodies’ mixes pop culture with tradition

Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery, but Pauper Players prefers to offer its own twists on beloved Broadway classics. “Broadway Melodies 2013,” which opens tonight, is comprised of three student-written shows combi [...]

Posted On : Feb, 01 2013 | Comments : 0

Culture and Traditions

Malaysia is a mosaic of three major races; the Malay, Chinese and Indian. In addition, the country is home to many ethnic communities. Malays form more than half of the population. They profess Islam as their religion and speak Bahas [...]

Posted On : Dec, 06 2012 | Comments : 0

Musical helps to preserve culture, traditional arts

"What an interesting discovery about Viet Nam. Through the show, I feel I love your country more," one tourist said after the show. The 60-minute-performance with six parts spans a long period – from the founding of the co [...]

Posted On : Aug, 28 2012 | Comments : 0

E-culture drowns Eid card tradition

LAHORE – Economical and fast means of communication have seriously affected the tradition of sending Eid cards, which were once considered the best way to share greetings with friends and family. The beautiful tradition has been rep [...]

Posted On : Aug, 16 2012 | Comments : 0

Revival of traditional art and culture

BANGALORE: Indian culture is known for its rich tradition and art. Unfortunately, most craftsmen and artisans often remain largely unappreciated and, with Western influences seeping into our consciousness, their work goes unrecognised mos [...]

Posted On : May, 28 2012 | Comments : 0

Understanding UAE's culture and traditions

The talk of the UAE being a melting pot of various cultures might not be a myth. But the latest revelations that 72 per cent of the UAE's expatriates are not aware of local customs and traditions is a startling eye-opener. Living in a [...]

Posted On : Feb, 13 2012 | Comments : 0

Celebrating Bukusu tradition at the cultural Festival

It was pomp and colour when the Bamasaaba in Kenya welcomed their leader, Omukuka Wilson Weyasa Wamimbi on December 30, 2011 at the Bungoma Cultural Centre. Leaders from the Bukusu community led by the minister for Foreign Affairs, Moses [...]

Posted On : Jan, 16 2012 | Comments : 0

Keeping traditional Chinese culture alive

After all, you don't see people playing Chinese instruments like the two-stringed erhu or the bamboo flute or writing beautiful calligraphy with brushes dipped in water, like you do in Beijing. In Taiwan, it's more common to [...]

Posted On : Oct, 14 2011 | Comments : 0

A Glimpse of Asian Culture and Traditions

The cultures of the world are as diverse as the people in it. Whether dictated by their history, their geographical location, or any other influence such as economy, these cultures reflect the people's ideas, lifestyles, cultures, and [...]

Posted On : Jun, 17 2011 | Comments : 0

Chinese Lantern Festival traditions and culture

The Lantern Festival or Yuan Xiao Festival (simplified Chinese: pinyin: Yuánxiāojié) or Shang Yuan Festival (simplified Chinese: pinyin: Shàngyuánjié) in China is a festival celebrated on the fifte [...]

Posted On : Feb, 17 2011 | Comments : 0

Traditional culture comes alive at school

An act by Kapila Venu, a leading exponent of the oldest form of Indian classical dance Koodiyattam, stole the hearts of many on Thursday. Koodiyattam is a dance associated with 2,000 years' history of Sanskrit theatre tradition in In [...]

Posted On : Feb, 11 2011 | Comments : 0

Ahmedabad hosts traditional food festival

A three-day traditional food festival was organised by the Society for Research and Initiatives for Sustainable Technologies and Institutions (SRISTI) here during the weekend. The annual food festival aimed at promoting organic food prod [...]