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August 20, 2009
Traditional Buddhist culture in Luang Prabang, Laos
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Luang Prabang is a wonderful place to experience the rhythms of a traditional Buddhist culture. The atmospheric town in northern Laos sits on the banks of the slow-moving Mekong River, and traditional... [ Read more ] |
June 18, 2009
The Way of Tea: Experiencing the Japanese tea ceremony
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The tea ceremony is one of Japan's most interesting and enduring artistic traditions. More than a ritual for preparing and drinking tea, the tea ceremony is a means to aesthetic appreciation and social... [ Read more ] |
April 3, 2009
Archery in Bhutan: a private lesson in the national pastime
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One of the highlights we arrange for our travelers visiting the Kingdom of Bhutan is seeing an archery competition. The Bhutanese are very passionate about their national sport, and almost every village... [ Read more ] |
March 25, 2009
Consider visiting Nepal when in nearby India or Bhutan
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We highly recommend spending several days touring Nepal, in the Himalayas, when visiting nearby countries such as India or Bhutan. Many of the flights from India to Bhutan make stops in Nepal, making... [ Read more ] |
February 19, 2009
Zhongdian in China is a cultural Shangri-La
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For repeat travelers to China, or for those who enjoy more off-the-beaten-track cultural travel, I often recommend Zhongdian ("Shangri-La" or "Gyalthang") in Yunnan Province. Zhongdian is located near... [ Read more ] |