A 2025 satellite photo shows a giant "Y" in the middle of the Taklamakan Desert, where a verdant river and a lengthy "red-white mountain" meet. The intersecting features are also home to an ...

The ancient Khmer temple complex of Vat Phou in southern Laos may be one of Southeast Asia’s oldest places of worship ...

Antisemitism is often discussed as a modern political problem. Yet, some of its oldest and most dangerous ideas are still present in ordinary settings, including the classroom. Indeed, some children ...

VIENTIANE: The Hotay Pidok Buddhist manuscript repository in Nong Lam Chan village, Champhon district, Savannakhet province, and Kao Taleo temple, have been declared National Heritage sites, ...

Experience spectacular cultural festivals in Thailand in 2026 that highlight the nation’s rich traditions, colours, and lively celebrations.

As spring returns so does a flowering of biannual, annual, and biennial art festivals and events this month. Art blooms indoors in Houston's favorite museums but also on the city's streets, parks, and ...

The Sri Lanka Bonsai Association (SLBA) will host its annual bonsai exhibition, “Reflections 2026 – Living Images,” on March 13 and 14 at the All Ceylon Buddhist Congress Hall, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, ...

Situated on Elephanta Island in Mumbai Harbour, these 5th–8th century cave temples are primarily dedicated to Lord Shiva. The ...

A juxtoposition of ancient and modern, with skyscrapers and ancient palaces sitting side-by-side, here are some things to do ...

Whether a film is a faithful period piece, a daring historical fusion, or a modern-day twist, the best ones capture that authentic spirit. Here are the six best Korean folklore movies that bring it to ...

Buried in the deserts of the Near East, Egypt, and Central Asia, ancient libraries with troves of knowledge and wisdom have been uncovered.

As the journey aboard the Blue Jasmine comes to its inevitable conclusion, travellers were in for yet another royal experience.