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Eating 'Gülboto' in Kyrgyzstan In Kyrgyzstan, soil or clay known as “gülboto” is eaten by many people with the belief that it meets the body’s need for vitamins and minerals. In Kyrgyzstan, some people eat gülboto, especially in rural and…

Radon Springs Near Bishkek Thermal radon water springs around Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, both heal various diseases and attract local and foreign tourists. The radon thermal water spring is located 35 kilometers from Bishkek, at…

Peshawar, with its old bazaars and narrow lanes, makes history speak, and a sound is born which expresses the pulse of the Pashtoon nation, the Rubab. It starts as a humble mulberry log in the workshop of a woodcutter long before its warm…

Nestled in the mountains of Datong Township, Yilan County, the Qingshui Geothermal Park stands as a remarkable symbol of Taiwan’s growing commitment to sustainable energy and environmental innovation. Combining elements of science, ecology,…

Kyrgyz craftsman Sadyrbek Sagynbayev has been crafting the traditional instrument komuz from the trees of the steppe for 15 years. The komuz, one of the national symbols of the Kyrgyz people, is believed to date back to the Göktürk era.…

Located at the southern edge of Taipei’s metropolitan area, Bitan, which means “Green Lake” in Chinese, is one of the most beloved recreational spots in New Taipei City’s Xindian District. With its tranquil riverside views, iconic…

From Gujranwala to Multan, in the center of Punjab, Pakistan, there is a sweetness that has spread throughout the world. Made from sugar, jaggery, and sesame seeds, rewri is a traditional dry sweet that tells a tale of trade, community, and…

Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, is a city that never sleeps. It pulses with energy, color, and contrast, where ancient temples rise beside modern skyscrapers and street food vendors share space with luxury malls. Known locally as Krung…

Swat wakes beneath a curtain of morning mist, Mingora's rooftops, orchards, and the road that winds to Marghazar. On this ridge sits the White Palace (Sufaid Mahal), started in 1940 and finished in 1941 for the Wali of Swat as a summer…

A Living Tradition of the Steppe Artisans in Kyrgyzstan keep felt culture alive by using felt in traditional yurt construction, rugs, clothing, and decorative items.Felt culture, which has been an integral part of both daily life and the…