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Kouhu Township and the Legacy of Li Wan-ju
Located on the southwestern edge of Yunlin County, Kouhu Township (口湖鄉) is one of Taiwan’s most distinctive coastal communities. Shaped by wetlands, tides, and the quiet resilience of its people, the township’s natural environment has long…
Precision Metal Through the Hands of a Pakistani Craftsman
A small residential street in Rawalpindi gives little indication of industrial activity. Shop shutters clatter open in the morning, and behind one of the low gates, another world unfolds, the world of Sharjeel Minhas, the artist behind…
A Hillside Cemetery Telling Taipei’s Muslim Story
A Muslim Cemetery in Xinyi District
The Taipei Muslim Cemetery is located in the quiet hills of Xinyi District, very close to Liuzhangli metro station. The cemetery stands as one of Taiwan’s most important landmarks for Islamic heritage.…
Clay Consumption Remains Common in Parts of Kyrgyzstan
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 Thermal Springs Near Bishkek Attract Visitors Year-Round
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…
Pakistan’s Traditional Instrument ‘Rubab’ Reaches Beyond Borders
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…
Qingshui Geothermal Park Reflects Taiwan’s Rise in Renewable Energy
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,…
The Voice of the Steppe Lives On in Kyrgyz Craftsmanship
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.…
Bitan the Riverside Spot Everyone Visits in New Taipei City
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…
Rewri: The Sweet Winter Craft of Punjab, Pakistan
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…