Culture Talk

Looming over the Nishiki River in the city of Iwakuni is a historical wooden bridge. Five high arches give it its iconic form and this bridge is at the heart of the city's activities.

An estimated 270 million sub-munitions from cluster bombs dropped on Laos and still litters the country. COPE has helped UXO survivors with mobility-related disabilities by providing prosthetics at no charge,

As a nation, Pakistan has worked hard to preserve its historical sites — whether it’s a museum, a tomb, a fort, or shrines. Pakistan is lucky to be the final resting place of these well-known Sufi saints.

Whether you’re a backpacking newbie or a seasoned traveller, adventuring when you’re on your period can be a challenge. Here are some things you can do to make holidaying while menstruating easier!

Pakistan is always perceived as an unsafe place for tourism and travel, but my experience proved that the media had it all wrong. Is Pakistan on your travel list? Follow these tips before you pack your bags.

The Middle East has a mix of cultures and customs. As you explore this transcontinental region, it’s important to be aware of what can be perceived as offensive.

Travelling has always been my passion, but I grew up in a family where I wasn’t allowed to go outside without a male chaperone. I couldn't rid myself of the burning desire to explore Bangladesh. So I concocted a plan.

I had doubts prior to confirming my trip to Myanmar, but with a dream of seeing Bagan flirting in my head, my partner and I booked tickets. I told Esther, a refugee I worked with, that I was going to visit her country. This is what happened.

Amidiya (or Amedi) in Iraqi Kurdistan is surrounded by spectacular natural beauty, but the reason to visit is the fact that Christians, Muslims, and Jews peacefully co-inhabit the area. And have done so for millennia.

For most people, the Haka is synonymous with the culture of New Zealand. This brings about the question of what exactly the Haka is. Why is this war dance so deeply embedded in Kiwi culture?

Indian food is usually identified for its spiciness. From the chole bhature (fried bread) of North India to the famous Hyderabadi biryani of the south, pack your bags and set off on a food journey.

We explore some of the unique ways people drink coffee around the world. From using sand as a heat source to the addition of raw eggs, treat this list as your coffee bucket list!