Traditions
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Hindus throughout Fiji and former residents abroad will tonight mark the conclusion of the Holi festival with the Budhwa Mangal. Rather than being a part of the Sanatan Hindu religion in the Fijian Diaspora the practice of Budhwa Mangal is more of a culture. It records and relates us back to our roots- originating from […]
North Korea never ceases to amaze the whole world. Despite the fact that this country is closed to ordinary tourists, and you are unlikely to see a photo from there on Instagram, nevertheless, sometimes interesting information about this country does get out. The country is considered the most closed country, which is not surprising given […]
A person only feels trapped when he knows what exists beyond the walls. Knowledge about the outside world is what makes us restless to venture and discover. Legend has it that a Greek Orthodox monk called Michael Tolotos died in 1938 at the age of 82, without EVER seeing a woman. Be very surprised, the […]
Name: Shivaji Bhonsle Date of Birth: February 19, 1630 Birthplace: Shivneri Fort, Pune district, Maharashtra Parents: Shahaji Bhonsle (Father) and Jijabai (Mother) Reign: 1674–1680 Spouse: Saibai, Soyarabai, Putalabai, Sakvarbai, Laxmibai, Kashibai Children: Sambhaji, Rajaram, Sakhubai Nimbalkar, Ranubai Jadhav, Ambikabai Mahadik, Rajkumaribai Shirke Religion: Hinduism Death: April 3, 1680 The seat of Power: Raigad Fort, Maharashtra […]
Like in Fiji, February 14th is celebrated as Valentine’s Day in South Korea. But in South Korea, Japan and Taiwan, only women give gifts. Traditionally, women give men chocolates as a sign of affection. And rather than be economical with their purchases, women may actually benefit by spending a lot on men. How? A month […]
Every year on 6 February, New Zealand marks the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840. In that year, representatives of the British Crown and over 500 Māori chiefs signed what is often considered to be New Zealand’s founding document. The day was first officially commemorated in 1934, and it has been a public […]
This Year, Basant Panchmi falls on Saturday 5th February. With the onset of the spring season, it’s time to celebrate the festival of Basant Panchami. Predominantly, celebrated in eastern parts of India as Saraswati Puja, particularly in West Bengal and Bihar. However, in North India, especially in Punjab, Basant Panchami is celebrated as a festival […]
Happy Chinese New Year, also known as Lunar New Year or Spring Festival. Chinese New Year or Lunar New Year 2022 falls on Tuesday, February 1st, 2022, starting a year of the Tiger. The date of Chinese New Year changes every year, but it always falls between January 21st and February 20th. The date is […]
Why you should never Tip in Japan? Tipping is not a part of Asian culture; however, some countries still adhere to it. In Japan tipping your server or waiter or waitress is considered rude. If you tip them it means that their business is not doing so well, so here is a little extra money […]
