Anthropology

Iran Culture Facts: Ethnicity, Religion and People

Iran has been officially known as “The Islamic Republic of Iran” since 1979. Even though today (internationally) it’s commonly known for its strict Islamic laws, those that know even a tad bit of Iran, know of it’s richer, more vibrant history. Iran has an estimated population of 83 million people. Ranked 18th largest in the …

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“Brave Girl Rising” Film Premieres 03.08.2019

As we approach International Women’s Day in 2 weeks, Girl Rising, a non-profit behind the global initiative to educate and empower females, debuts another powerful short film called “Brave Girl Rising”. The opening premiere will be on March 8, 2019. The film is made in collaboration with the International Rescue Committee and filmed in one …

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Bohemian Travel Guide to Inle Lake

Many travelers headed to Myanmar often miss Inle Lake. Many are eager to stop in the more known attractions of Bagan, Yangon, and Mandalay. While Bagan should absolutely be visited as well, I always tell friends that Inle Lake should be put as #1 priority on their Myanmar Travel Destination. Ever since I stepped foot …

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The Hedonistic & Gastronomic Guide to Buellton

Thinking of where to go for the weekend from your busy city? Look no further than my new favorite hideaway in California’s Central Coast. Enjoy amazing food, wine and beer tasting in Buellton, the ultimate off the beaten path weekend getaway, with this handy libations and food guide to lead the way! Make friends with laid back …

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“Mexico Lindo” Cooking Class near Cancun

When most think of Cancun, they think wild parties, all-inclusive/high-end resorts and white sand beaches. Those aspects are certainly part of the fabric that make up Cancun which I’ve been guilty of indulging in. But travel deeper around the state of Quintana Roo (where Cancun is located in), and you’ll find a culturally-enhancing experience beyond …

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Wulai Atayal Museum

The Atayal People are an integral part of Taiwan history who have settled there far before the Han Chinese arrived. Taiwan is home to a number of Austronesian indigenous groups reported to have arrived as far back as 4000 BC. Some historians dispute their arrival as far back as 8000 BC or earlier. The Atayal people …

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Online Course: Religion, Conflict & Peace

Explore the diverse and complex roles that religions play in both promoting and mitigating violence through Harvard University’s Online Course on “Religion, Conflict and Peace”. For as long as history has been recorded, there has not been a society, a culture without some type of religion. Many people mistaken Religion with a Culture and Vice Versa. …

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My Birthday: Another Library to be Bulit!

For the past 7 years, I have donated my birthday to Room to Read, an NGO I trust 100% and am so passionate about. Their mission & goal is for every child in the world to have access to education and literacy no matter where they were born. Today, there are approximately 800,000 people who …

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