Culture Talk

A gorgeous gown, your dashing groom, pristine blooms, all your loved ones, and clinking crystal flutes that cheer on love and romance – that’s all you need for a perfect wedding. Right?

Kampong Sungai Judah is home to the Mah Meri tribe – one of several indigenous ethnic groups on the Malaysian peninsular. The community is gathered today for a special annual occasion and I’m lucky to be there to see it happen.

South India is a land of many languages, with a rich history and diverse culture. Each region here is so different from one another that the locals take offence when generalised as South Indian.

Considered one of the most remarkable cave temples in all of India, Kailasa Temple is a megalith carved out of a single rock. Its size, architecture, and sculptural treatment are also what makes it so impressive.

Concentrated within an area of 70 square kilometres are over 190 ruins that make up the Sukhothai Historical Park. This park in Mueang Kao, Thailand is divided into five zones with most of the best-known temples located at the central zone.

The Golden Triangle is a magical place. What makes it so unique is that it’s the area where three Southeast Asian countries – Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand – meet. The area used to be notorious for its cultivation of opium; at one point being one of the world’s chief producers.

Through art, you learn about a place’s history; their culture through the subjects they paint; and even about the artist themselves. Here’s a short beginner’s list of where to shop and where to look:

There are over 300 castles throughout Japan, but only 12 original-construction castles left that have stood the test of weather, war, and time. Here’s the low-down on them:

Kagura is a traditional Japanese performance that includes dances and music performed as part of a Shinto ritual for native Japanese gods, called Kami.

Thailand’s a beautiful country, no doubt, but what makes it really great are its kind and cheerful people. You can always be sure of a warm welcome. However, there are seven key things to know before you visit.

Kyrgyzstan – a landlocked country in Central Asia known for its breath-taking scenery, raw and wild landscapes, and warm hospitality. It also offers natural beauty at reasonable prices.

The regions of South Asia and Southeast Asia are traditionalist spots; learning social norms will keep you from potentially upsetting the locals.