Cultural Traces Around the World | Supreme Master Television

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Known for its gorgeous scenery with rolling green meadows stretching to the horizon, Ireland, fondly called the Emerald Isle, is a North Atlantic island in northwestern Europe and part of the British Isles, separated from Great Britain by the Irish Sea, St. Georges Channel, and the North Channel. The island of Ireland is comprised of two separate self-governing polities - Ireland, also known as th

Ireland: The Beloved Emerald Isle of Beauty and Legends, Part 1 of 2

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Ireland: The Beloved Emerald Isle of Beauty and Legends, Part 1 of 2

2022-11-16 3479 Views

2022-11-16

In Eastern Micronesia, near the southern end of Temwen Island and adjacent to the eastern shore of Pohnpei Island, lies Nan Madol, an abandoned city often referred to as the “Venice of the Pacific.” Some say it’s the eighth wonder of the world; others claim it was a part of the “lost continent” of Lemuria or Mu.The Federated States of Micronesia is a country consisting of 607 islands and fo

Nan Madol: A Mysterious City in the Pacific

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Nan Madol: A Mysterious City in the Pacific

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The town of Kirkenes lies on a peninsula facing the Barents Sea, which borders both Russia and Finland. Just a little over two square kilometers in size, Kirkenes has a population of an estimated 3,500. Apart from the Norwegian and Sami native people, migrants from Finland, Germany, Russia, Ukraine, and other countries are among its residents.On February 24, 2022, things changed overnight w

Kirkenes: A Norwegian Town United by Compassion

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Kirkenes: A Norwegian Town United by Compassion

2022-11-02 3004 Views

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The Samoan people reside on the islands of Samoa and American Samoa. These Polynesian islands are located in the South Pacific Ocean. An oral tradition describes that the god Tagaloa created the Samoan archipelago. The Archipelago includes ten islands which are mostly volcanic. It is here where the Samoan culture, which dates back over 3,000 years, is honored and celebrated. Legend refers to Samoa

The Smiling People of Samoa

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The Smiling People of Samoa

2022-10-26 4228 Views

2022-10-26

Today we invite you to join us as we explore the traditional music, dance, art and festivals of magnificent Nigeria. Nigeria has a wide range of folk music styles, as each ethnic group has its own instruments, songs and techniques. The folk music of the Yoruba people is one of the most popular styles of West African music. It comes in Afro-Latin and Caribbean styles and has influenced the m

The Cultural Wealth of Nigeria, Part 2 of 2

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The Cultural Wealth of Nigeria, Part 2 of 2

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Located in West Africa between the Sahel in the north and the Gulf of Guinea in the south, Nigeria is the most populous country on the continent, with more than 250 ethnic groups who speak an estimated 500 languages. The three largest ethnic groups are the Hausa in the north, the Yoruba in the west, and the Igbo in the east. A cultural melting pot, the country embraces many forms of traditional ar

The Cultural Wealth of Nigeria, Part 1 of 2

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The Cultural Wealth of Nigeria, Part 1 of 2

2022-10-05 3465 Views

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The Maká is an Indigenous group that once lived in the Gran Chaco region of South America. The Gran Chaco region is a vast area of wooded plains that consists of present-day Argentina, Bolivia and Paraguay. The Maká people speak the Makán language which is part of the Matacoan language family. In the Makán tradition, the hawk-person has a mythical significance. It is seen as a savior-hero, as well

The Resilient Maká People – Traditional Stewards of the Forest

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The Resilient Maká People – Traditional Stewards of the Forest

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2022-09-27

The word “Bedouin” is derived from the Arabic word “badawī” which means “desert dweller.” Now, there are approximately four million Bedouin people around the world, predominantly residing in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, Israel, Iraq, Algeria, and Palestine. The Bedouins traditionally lived a nomadic lifestyle and are descendants from the first settlers of the Arabian desert. Many follow the Islami

Bedouin People - Nomadic Culture of the Desert

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Bedouin People - Nomadic Culture of the Desert

2022-09-21 3817 Views

2022-09-21

At the present time, having gone through a period of building skyscrapers of steel and concrete that are resource-intensive and harmful to the environment, the trend of returning to nature is rising among architects and builders. Let’s take a look at some of their ingenious new ideas. E’terra Samara is a five-star eco-resort in the South Bruce Peninsula, Toronto, Canada, designed in 2013 by

Nature Houses: Living Gently on Earth, Part 2 of 2

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Nature Houses: Living Gently on Earth, Part 2 of 2

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In our two-part series, we’ll travel around the world to see how some of these housing structures encourage their inhabitants to embrace nature. There is no clear record of when the first tree house was built, but it’s thought that in their most primitive form, they consisted of platforms built into trees. Today, the Korowai people living in the rainforest of Papua province, Indonesia, stil

Nature Houses: Living Gently on Earth, Part 1 of 2

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Nature Houses: Living Gently on Earth, Part 1 of 2

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Finland is famous for its beautiful lakes that offer the pleasures of both summer and winter sports. Known as the “Land of a Thousand Lakes,” the country is blessed with over 187,000 lakes - the equivalent of one lake for every 26 people. The Finnish people are guaranteed by law to have Everyman’s Rights, or public access rights, meaning everyone has the right to explore and enjoy nature an

Finland: A Land of Natural Wonders and Happy Citizens, Part 2 of 2

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Finland: A Land of Natural Wonders and Happy Citizens, Part 2 of 2

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Finland is blessed with a wealth of rare natural beauty. From its fascinating array of dispersed islands that make up Europe’s largest archipelago to the vast wilderness of Finnish Lapland, the country’s landscape is a pristine paradise for nature lovers. The midnight sun in summer and the Northern Lights in winter are two of its renowned natural wonders. Located in Northern Europe, Finland

Finland: A Land of Natural Wonders and Happy Citizens, Part 1 of 2

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Finland: A Land of Natural Wonders and Happy Citizens, Part 1 of 2

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Today we’ll look at the country’s music, instruments, and dance. Besides various types of drums, Congolese artists have also invented many other traditional musical instruments in the harp, lamellophone, pluriarc, and lute families. The people of Zande in the northeast region carve fine harps called “Kundi” out of wood, usually exquisitely made with curved bodies and human heads. The Kundi was fav

Congolese Arts: A Rich and Fascinating Tradition, Part 2 of 2

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Congolese Arts: A Rich and Fascinating Tradition, Part 2 of 2

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Bordering nine countries, the DRC is located in central Africa and is home to 200 ethnicities, each with its own language. These diverse groups and their languages are sources of the nation’s rich cultural traditions, expressed through sculpture, mask carving, painting, music, dance, literature, weaving, and other art forms.The beauty and charm of Congolese statues and masks are recognized

Congolese Arts: A Rich and Fascinating Tradition, Part 1 of 2

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Congolese Arts: A Rich and Fascinating Tradition, Part 1 of 2

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Papua New Guinea is an island nation in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The Huli clan, also known as the Haroli, are an indigenous group that lives in the Hela Province of Papua New Guinea. The Huli have lived in this remote area for over 1,000 years and their presence only became known to Europeans in the 1930’s. An aspect of Huli culture that has fascinated travelers and the international

The Huli - Papua New Guinea’s Fascinating Indigenous People

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The Huli - Papua New Guinea’s Fascinating Indigenous People

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The Saman dance performed by the Gayo people of Bali’s Aceh province was listed as a UNESCO World Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2011. This is a dance often performed at important occasions such as national holidays or to welcome honored guests. The formal Saman dance costume consists of an orange and black outfit with an embroidered motif that symbolizes nature and noble values. The Indon

The Remarkable Creativity of Indonesian Traditional Arts, Part 2 of 2

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The Remarkable Creativity of Indonesian Traditional Arts, Part 2 of 2

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With its 6,000 inhabited islands, Indonesia is the world’s fourth most populous country, having approximately 270 million people and the largest Muslim population. The regional histories, religions, and lifestyles of the archipelago’s 300-plus ethnic groups are deeply reflected in their art and culture.Since ancient times, Indonesia’s indigenous people have believed in nature spirits and re

The Remarkable Creativity of Indonesian Traditional Arts, Part 1 of 2

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The Remarkable Creativity of Indonesian Traditional Arts, Part 1 of 2

2022-07-13 3250 Views

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The country of Nepal, situated along the Southern portion of the Himalayan Mountains, is home to many indigenous groups. The Rautes are nomads who live in the mid-western area of Nepal, including the Accham’s middle hills region. They have maintained their unique cultural identity and practices for many generations. There is believed to be a Rautes’ population of about 180 people, which make up ro

The Rautes of Nepal – Nomads of the Forest

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The Rautes of Nepal – Nomads of the Forest

2022-07-06 3408 Views

2022-07-06

Hong Kong is located on the eastern Pearl River Delta of the South China Sea; thus it has the nickname “The Pearl of the Orient.” Hong Kong is comprised of the Kowloon Peninsula and more than 250 islands. It is home to more than 7.5 million people of various nationalities and is one of the most densely populated areas on Earth. Because of its continuously bustling activity, some people call it “th

The Islands of Hong Kong

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The Islands of Hong Kong

2022-06-29 3718 Views

2022-06-29