Turkish high court ruling paves way for Istanbul’s sixth-century Hagia Sophia to be reconverted into mosque. A top Turkish court … More
Tag: Heritage
Craftsmen revive famed water wheels on Syria river
The touristic landmarks in Hama have largely been spared by Syria’s nine-year war HAMA (AFP) –– On a riverbank in … More
“Raffaello 1520-1483” exhibition reopens to public in Rome
People wait outside the Scuderie del Quirinale to visit the exhibition “Raffaello 1520-1483” in Rome, Italy, July 2, 2020. The … More
Prambanan, Ratu Boko temples reopen to tourists
JAKARTA : Prambanan and Ratu Boko temples in Yogyakarta reopened to tourists on Wednesday under COVID-19 health protocols. The 9th century … More
Wan Islahuddin pursues long-forgotten iron craftsmanship
PEKAN : Being exposed to fire sparks in his eyes in his early involvement as a blacksmith has never dampened … More
4 brothers fight over letter dividing US$11.2 bil fortune
LONDON: A letter signed by the four Hinduja brothers is at the centre of a legal dispute over the future … More
As the few visitors to Angkor Wat revel in the near solitude, 10,000 in Cambodian tourist trade are out of work
Nowadays, the sun come up over its three towers in almost complete solitude. With only a small number of domestic tourists making visits, thousands of Cambodians working in tourism have lost their jobs. Recovery could take years
‘Dark days’ for Venice gondola makers
Already under threat, Venice’s traditional gondola shipyards now lie silent apart from the gentle sound of canal water lapping at their doorsteps.
Bangladesh : Save our heritage and artisan
Sobita Modi, a woman in her early fifties, had to take charge of her life with no aid from anyone … More
