5 Ramadan Etiquette Tips in Indonesia
In Islam, Ramadan is a very sacred month for Muslims. Especially in Indonesia where a majority of the population are Muslims, Ramadan is celebrated...
MahaShivratri – Celebrating Lord Shiva
Mahashivartri celebrates the Lord of the lords, the mightiest of all Gods - Shiva. ‘We conceive God as glory, as creativity and as austerity....
Yu Sheng or Prosperity Toss: A Fun Chinese New Year Tradition
There is another specialty food for Chinese New Year celebration: Yu Sheng. It is often served as part of a multi-dish dinner, usually as...
14 Unique Chinese New Year Traditions
Chinese New Year is the time of the year to embrace family members as well as close friends. Just like any other holiday, it...
Karwa Chauth: Celebrating Love
Karwa Chauth is an auspicious festival celebrated only by married woman in North India. Celebrated 9 days before Diwali on kartik ki chauth, i.e.,...
Amol Titus – Collaborations, Conservation and Creative Writing among the Batak...
Amol Titus – Collaborations, Conservation and Creative Writing among the Batak of Lake Toba
While people are quite familiar with the writings, sustainability expertise and...
9 Unique Regional Traditions for Indonesian Independence Day
17th August is a special date for all Indonesians to celebrate Independence Day. A host of traditional activities are held in every neighborhood and...
Vesak or Budh Purnima – From Darkness to Light
Buddha Purnima, a Buddhist festival, marks Gautama Buddha's birth, enlightenment and death. He is thought to have been born in 623 B.C.
This significant and...