Tag: cultural
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Feb 23, 2016Dancing with Spirits in West Africa
"Masks have been important to West African culture for centuries, long before they became popular in gift shops. Today, Zimbabwe produces most of the commercially produced masks in Africa, reproducing styles from all over the continent, though at the expense of authenticity. In reaction, a group of students in Burkina Faso took the initiative to preserve their culture with FESTIMA, the International Festival of Masks and the Arts..."
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From Bethpage to Adare: Following the Ryder Cup to Ireland
In September 2025, the eyes of the golf world will turn to New York, where Bethpage Black hosts the Ryder Cup. The drama, rivalry and passion of this iconic event will once again capture global attention. But, for golf fans, the story doesn’t end there. In 2027, the Ryder Cup will cross the Atlantic, arriving at one of Europe’s most celebrated courses: Adare Manor in County Limerick, Ireland.
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Nov 30, 2015Salt of the Earth, an Adventure Into Salina Turda
It has been mined since the days of antiquity, and was opened as a halotherapy center in 1992. In 2009, it was refurbished into a popular tourist attraction, attracting 2.5 million people to its cavernous beauty..."
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Nov 25, 2015In the Glow of the Golden Temple: Guru Nanak Jayanti
"Though the man was born April 15, 1469, his birthday celebration changes every year based on Kartik Poornima, the full moon during the month of Kartik..."
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Ireland: The Pinnacle of Golf by the Sea and Beyond
With the legacy of The Open at Royal Portrush still fresh, Ireland secured its place among the world’s most exceptional golf destinations. For those in search of championship courses, dramatic landscapes and renowned hospitality, the island offers an experience unlike any other.
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Nov 10, 2015Diwali: The Festival of Lights
"Dating back to ancient times, Diwali is one of the oldest, biggest and brightest holidays of India, signifying knowledge and light’s victory over ignorance and darkness..."