3 articles tagged with traditional arts
At 64, I've traversed six continents and navigated financial markets through multiple recessions, yet nothing quite prepared me for the profound complexity of traveling the Congo River to Kisangani. This journey isn't merely geographic—it's a passage through layers of history,...
As I stepped off the bus in Butare (now officially Huye), the cool highland air carried hints of eucalyptus and wood smoke. This cultural heart of Rwanda immediately felt different from bustling Kigali—more relaxed, more academic, more connected to the...
Jakarta might overwhelm your senses at first glance – a sprawling metropolis where ancient traditions dance alongside gleaming skyscrapers. But beneath the chaos lies a cultural heartbeat that's been my unexpected medicine during a recent visit. As someone who's witnessed...