January 15, 2025, Seoul – In the midst of South Korea`s political turmoil, former President Yoon Seok-yeol, suspended from office on charges of treason, was finally arrested. He faces allegations of attempting to paraly
Sometimes, you just want to escape the monotony of daily life. Today, my wife and I decided to skip our pencil sketching class and, on a whim, drove
Founded in 1989, the Folkland International Centre for Folklore and Culture has been a beacon of hope for preserving and promoting intangible cultural
In the heart of Central Asia, where history whispers through the alleyways and music dances in the air, lies the age-old tradition of Shashmaqom. Derived from the Tajik Arabic words "shash"
Nestled amidst the verdant mountains of the northern Philippines lies a tradition as ancient as the land itself. The Hudhud chants of the Ifugao people are not merely songs; they are living epics that
Pansori is a traditional Korean music, classical literature, and play that has appeared since the 17th century, and it is characterized by mixing sound (song), Aniri (horse), and Neolmbae/balim (body
In the framework of the invitation by Etnosoi! festival in Helsinki held from October 31 to November 15, Dr. Johanni Curtet brought our record 'An Anthology of Mongolian Khöömii / Une An
(Version française ci-dessous * Монгол хэлээрх мэдээ доор буй) The transmission of khöömii throughout the world runs its course! Four years ago, apart from the places of
The contemporary theatre seen today in Iran is largely alike Western traditions of performance that developed during the twentieth century. Modern theatre artists have created a unique, culturally-spe
Chelleh Night was one of the holy nights in ancient Iran and included in the official calendar of the Iranian Achaemenid Empire from at least 502 BCE under Darius I. Many of its modern festivities and
Folkland International Centre for Folklore and Culture, with the generous CSR support of Dorf Ketal Chemicals India, has undertaken a remarkable initiative to preserve and document a rare musical
The majority of Vietnamese people, especially those practicing the Viet Beliefs in the Mother Goddesses of the Three Realms, are familiar with the saying: "August anniversary of Father, Marc
Soils are dynamic and diverse natural systems that lie at the interface between earth, air, water, and life. They are critical ecosystem service providers for the sustenance of humanity. The improved
Qanats in Iran Introduction to Qanats Qanats, an ancient system of water management, are a testament to human ingenuity in arid and semi-arid regions. Originating in Iran over 2,500 ye
Traditional architecture is a type of architecture that is shaped based on the culture and common traditional designs in local communities. A distinctive style that emphasizes the connection between i
UNESCO Adds New Intangible Cultural Heritage Elements to Its Lists at the 2024 Meeting in Asunción, Paraguay
Poetry, An Eternal Legacy …
Authentic Iranian Music - (The first part: Vocal Music)
South Korea's incumbent president on charges of masterminding an insurrection, is finally arrested.
Lim's Literary Stroll: Episode 28
Folkland International Centre for Folklore and Culture: Celebrating 35 Years of Cultural Excellence
WMO 2025 Calendar Highlights Global Nature and Early Warning Messages
Inheh's Gallery - Edition 5