Culture Talk

Tucked away against a mountain in the coastal town of Busan, South Korea is the colourful Gamcheon Culture Village.

Indonesia has been an ever-popular tourist spot for years. Here are 10 good reasons why Indonesia is unique, and why it should be your next holiday destination.

The formal ceremony where one takes refuge in Buddha and receives the guidelines is called a Jukai. Danjo Garan in Koyasan, Japan is one of the country’s most spiritual-religious complexes.

From centuries-old cultures, intricate architecture, a variety of cuisine, stunning landscapes, and a welcoming vibe, it's no wonder why Asia is a mainstay on so many travellers' bucket lists.

Women face different challenges or things that may work in their favour (or not) when at different parts of the world. Here’s what to expect.

Travelling to different countries and experiencing different cultures to learn about them are valuable encounters as they teach you to connect with the locals.

For anyone considering travelling to Thailand or for those who already have their flights booked, it may be time to learn a few basic and essential Thai phrases!

With so many museums and galleries in Melbourne to choose from, we’ve come up with a list of the ones we think are unmissable!

Bali has a unique culture and many interesting religious sites to visit, but while the island is used to seeing massive amounts of tourists, there are some things you can do to ensure that you yourself are a good visitor.

Known in Japanese as onsen, a visit to one of these natural sites is a huge draw for tourists and locals.

On a small island just off Kuala Terengganu in northern Malaysia, stands a stunning and grand structure made of steel, glass, and crystal known as the Crystal Mosque (Masjid Kristal).

If you're visiting Azerbaijan, these are some things you may not know but should be aware are big no-nos in this country.

The Tribal Museum in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh is India’s first museum of its kind and gives visitors an immersive experience of local tribal culture.

Culture shock doesn't have to ruin your travel experience. Here are some useful tips for managing culture shock.

More than its beautiful climate or the friendly people, the Philippines is a place of interest for another reason: its festivals.

Ulun Danu Beratan Temple is a Hindu Shaivite water temple that’s also known as the Floating Temple.

Being a zero-waste traveller is possible and quite easy.

The ever-growing trend of people surrendering to the idea of “wanderlust” has gone wrong in the hands of the Facebook army.

Vacation time is always a good time, especially when you’re headed to Australia!

A gorgeous gown, your dashing groom, pristine blooms, all your loved ones, and clinking crystal flutes that cheer on love and romance – that’s all you need for a perfect wedding. Right?

Kampong Sungai Judah is home to the Mah Meri tribe – one of several indigenous ethnic groups on the Malaysian peninsular. The community is gathered today for a special annual occasion and I’m lucky to be there to see it happen.

South India is a land of many languages, with a rich history and diverse culture. Each region here is so different from one another that the locals take offence when generalised as South Indian.

Considered one of the most remarkable cave temples in all of India, Kailasa Temple is a megalith carved out of a single rock. Its size, architecture, and sculptural treatment are also what makes it so impressive.

Concentrated within an area of 70 square kilometres are over 190 ruins that make up the Sukhothai Historical Park. This park in Mueang Kao, Thailand is divided into five zones with most of the best-known temples located at the central zone.