The ancient ruins of Jerash
Jerash is an ancient city, which dates back to the Neolithic period. The city went through Roman, Byzantine and Arab reigns, and the traces of each culture got well preserved because of massive…
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Juju hats - the origins and the fashion craze
Cameroonian Juju hats became an unseparable part of house decor for many, while they used to be worn only by selected members of Bamileke tribes during rituals and ceremonies held by the tribal chief.
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The sacred drums of Burundi
The drums in Burundi are sacred objects stored in sanctuaries since the ancient days - in order to create a drum and to play it, one has to follow certain rituals and traditions passed down through…
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Electrum - the largest Tesla coil in the world
Electrum is the largest Tesla coil in the world in Kaukapakapa, New Zealand. It is a four-story tall tower, which outputs over 3 million volts.
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Kites of the dead in Guatemala
In Sacatepequez and Sumpango, Guatemala, the celebration of the Day of the Dead is accompanied by a kite festival. It is believed by the locals that the kite's flutter in the wind is a sign that the…
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