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Archaeology, Built Heritage, North America

Xochicalco and the digitization go history

July 1, 2018June 19, 2018

Xochicalco is an exceptionally well-preserved example of a fortified political, religious and commercial center from the troubled period of 650?900 that followed the break-up of …

Asia, GIP Jan - June 2018, Nature

Exploring Chandrekhani Pass

June 29, 2018June 28, 2018

Chandrekhani pass is located in the Himalayas. It lies in the state of Himachal Pradesh. It is found in the Kullu district. Significance of this …

Europe, GIP Jan - June 2018, Nature

The Aeolian Islands and their volcanic origin

June 27, 2018June 19, 2018

Seven wondrous little islets lie on the clear Tyrrhenian Sea, a section of the Mediterranean Sea which is placed in the area north of Sicily, …

Africa, GIP Jan - June 2018, Nature

The Kaa waterfall in Babalonma

June 26, 2018June 19, 2018

Babanloma is an ancient city is the present day Ifelodun Local Government Area of the Kwara State. ?It is located 75 km from Ilorin, the …

Asia, GIP Jan - June 2018, Nature

Sheikha Jheel: A soothing place in Aligarh

June 24, 2018June 19, 2018

Sheikha Jheel is a lake situated 17 km from Aligarh (Uttar Pradesh) on Aligarh Jalali road, near the village of Sheikha. It falls in the …

Africa, Nature

The significance of the Baobab Tree in Malawi

June 21, 2018June 19, 2018

The baobab tree is multifaceted in the use it finds in African culture. The Malawian government has made efforts to ensure its preservation, and make …

GIP Jan - June 2018, Nature

Why preserving our forests is imperative

June 20, 2018June 18, 2018

Forests are essential for existence on Earth. Beyond giving us physical resources like timber, they provide clean air, safer water and animal habitats whilst counteracting …

Asia, Intangible Heritage, Nature

Culture in the Himalayas

June 19, 2018June 16, 2018

The Himalayan people’s diversity reflects through their architecture, their languages and dialects,their rituals and beliefs, and even their clothing. This is typified by the shapes …

Asia, Continent, GIP Jan - June 2018, Intangible Heritage, Nature, Traditions

The Bhatial songs of Bangladesh’s rivers

June 18, 2018June 16, 2018

Thousands of Boatsmen have lived in Bangladesh, often known as a river irrigated land. These boatsmen have adopted the legacy of own traditions and culture …