Srijani Shilpagram is situated in Santiniketan. A village, an entire collection of artworks, is not an actual village itself, though it has the word 'gram' in it. This locality has been brewed up to keep the rural vibe alive. But it can be labelled as an ideal village, including diversity, trade, v
Angkor Wat, the awe-inspiring temple complex in Cambodia, is now among the world's most remarkable creations and has been named the Eighth Wonder of the World. This prestigious title, reserved for exceptional architectural and engineering feats, underscores the unique features that make Angkor Wat
Nestled in the mountains north of Kyoto lies a cluster of villages where time seems to stand still. Here, traditional thatched-roof houses, a testament to Japan's 5,000-year-old architectural heritage, are preserved and celebrated. Miyama, a region of exquisite beauty with 57 villages nestled amid
When asked about the silk mania in the market, trying to source the reason with quite a bit of difficulty thinking, the sellers answered, "Egula chole beshi" (they are popular). Delicate cotton is rare; those premium Muslins that could easily pass through rings worn on fingers reside now in Shahbag
Another year passed by. Another new start will be added to the Bengali date calendar, shoppers will open a new Haalkhata. And so on. The preparations for Pohela Boishakh are now almost finished. Throughout all the heatwave and crumbled space for sweating, nature did not wait to start afresh. Raw m
Eid means joy, meaning happiness. Even though there are two Eids in a year, Eid-ul-Fitr's joy and happiness are many times higher. From area to area, the pleasure of Eid starts long before Eid. The first subject of interest and excitement is the Eid moon. It starts with shopping for Eid well b
It's a Ramadan evening in the early 2000s. You and your friends have gathered in the nearest open space after Iftar, enthusiastic for the moon sighting of Eid-ul-Fitr. Your mothers and aunts have gathered to see the moon, which is unusual because they aren't usually out during Iftar hours. After se
As the digital age continues to surge, one cherished tradition that has embraced the digital revolution is the exchange of Eid cards. They used to be the biggest deal; you couldn't imagine Eid without Eid cards—picking out the perfect card, writing a heartfelt message, and sending it off to y
Rwanda's Imigongo, a 200-year-old art form traditionally made with cow dung and ash, is experiencing a resurgence. This revival comes three decades after the devastating 1994 genocide that nearly wiped out the practice. Imigongo is known for its raised black-and-white geometric patterns. Initially
Kek Lapis, a visually stunning and intricate layered cake, is a must-have during Malaysia's `Raya,' the local name for Ramadan. This melt-in-your-mouth dessert boasts a rich history and requires patience, precision, and artistic flair to create. The cake's origins can be traced back to the Dutch,
'Oh dear Muslims, wake up, it's time to have sehri, its time to start fast' companied by the beats of drums, a bunch of men roam around the streets of the city, and you know Ramadan has arrived. This is a call to sehri; it has been a part of our lives for many years. The experience of Sehri
There exist approximately a thousand Baha'is in Dhaka. Last Wednesday, Baha'is ended their 19-day fasting and celebrated Eid-e-Nowruz, their New Year. Bangladeshi and Iranian Baha'is joined together to celebrate the religious festival at the National Baha'i Centre located at the capital's Shantinag
On every arrival, Ramadan brings blessings, compassion and joy among the believers. By the grace of Allah, any act of obedience during this holy month of fasting is immensely valuable, as the rewards for good deeds get multiplied. That is why Muslims perform many acts of benevolence to earn the sat
