Traditional kite maker Razi Said shares with The Vibes the value of an age-old art form that deserves a loving … More
Tag: Heritage
Leaning tower in Malaysia standing strong after more than 100 years
Malaysia has its own leaning tower – a Chinese-style building that was built in the 19th century during the British … More
More archaeology discoveries at Imperial Citadel
New archaeology discoveries in an excavation area of nearly 1,000sq.m to the northwest of Kính Thiên Palace at the Imperial … More
Seeing the sights of Kuala Terengganu on a walking tour
The city of Kuala Terengganu has a relaxed feel to it. Located in an attractive seaside setting, the city is … More
Use more Jawi, PM tells state govts, local councils
PETALING JAYA : Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin has urged state governments, local councils, government-linked companies and government agencies to increase … More
Can Mak Yong survive another decade?
Mak Yong was declared a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by the United Nations Education, Scientific … More
France submits the baguette for Unesco heritage status
PARIS (AFP) : France has chosen the baguette as its candidate for Unesco intangible cultural heritage status, the government said on Friday … More
Syrian heritage suffered ‘cultural apocalypse
PALMYRA, Syria (AFP) : A decade of war has not only destroyed Syria’s present and poisoned its future, it has … More
Penang’s last trishaw maker to put the brakes on business
GEORGE TOWN: Trishaws used to be a common sight in Penang, but these days, cars and other means of transportation … More
The Hainanese chicken rice debate: Singapore and Malaysia both lay claim to it – who’s right, or are they both wrong?
Adapted from Wenchang chicken, the dish was sold in Malaya and Singapore in the 1940s, the rivalry heated up after … More
Cambodia to get back artefacts lost during Khmer Rouge regime from late British collector Douglas Latchford’s daughter
The antiquities were taken during the Khmer Rouge regime and are being returned by the daughter of controversial art collector … More
‘Catastrophic’: Outrage grows over Egypt’s new tourist attraction
Cairo Eye Ferris wheel along the Nile will attract tourists, say officials, but many Egyptians worry it will destroy Cairo’s … More
Najd doors: An entrance to the region’s culture and heritage
Inspired by nature, they were an essential part of family homes and a focal point for residents and their guests … More
How the centuries-old mystery of Bahrain’s lost civilisation of Dilmun was solved
An oilman-turned-archaeologist helped show that Dilman existed both in myth, and at the heart of a great maritime empire For … More
Forget Uber Eats: Mumbai’s 125-year-old food delivery system wins the day
Modern technology is no match for Mumbai’s 125-year-old lunchtime delivery service. Lottie Gross meets the city’s much-lauded dabbawalas. Indian road traffic … More
Ramli Ibrahim dances through arts, religion and politics
INTERVIEW | Our youths recognise Lady Gaga but may be completely ignorant of what is a rebab, erhu, veena or … More
Alena Murang: A blend of musical tradition and modern eclectic
Get acquainted with Sarawak-born sape musician and the heritage that continues to inspire her OPENING with a mixture of ethereal … More
Floral Tea Mansion: Home to the Penang Malay Gallery
The Floral Tea Mansion, or Rumah Teh Bunga, is a beautifully preserved and restored heritage building at 138 Jalan Hutton, … More
Indigo: The story of India’s ‘blue gold’
For generations, family-run farms in South India have grown and produced the natural dye that was once colonial capital. It … More
Indian couple help traditional artisans get back to business
NEW DELHI (AP) — “Sanjhi,” the ancient Indian art of paper-cutting using nature-inspired motifs, is how Ram Soni puts food … More
Alena Murang’s video showcases Sarawakian heritage, wins styling award at video fest
Kuching-born KL-based musician/artist Alena Murang won the Best Styling award at the Buenos Aires Music Video Festival in Argentina for … More
Men in India’s matrilineal Khasi society demand more rights
ASIA’S MATRILINEAL SOCIETIES WHERE WOMEN RULE – The tribal Khasi community in India’s northeast is famed for its matrilineal heritage. … More
Made in Hong Kong: the history of Lee Kum Kee’s oyster sauce – so good it is served in space
Launched 130 years ago in Guangdong, Lee Kum Kee’s products are now popular across the globe Judging by its ubiquity … More
Workers in Athens find ancient head of the Greek god Hermes
Archeologists don’t usually get too excited about ancient artifacts dug up during construction work in Athens, but this Hermes head … More
