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Australia’s Pride: The Melbourne Cricket Ground

August 27, 2016October 9, 2016

The story of the MCG starts with the formation of the Melbourne Cricket Club in 1838. The club moved its home ground to its current …

Built Heritage, Conservation, Discover, Public Spaces, Traditions, Travellers

The Thought Stirring Pyramids of Egypt

August 23, 2016October 9, 2016

The pyramid has always evoked a sense of mystery and enchantment for ages from the time of their construction. Egyptians referred to it as ?mir? …

Built Heritage, Heritage, My Hometown Culture, Student Program, Traditions, Uncategorized, Urban

The Macedonian Vernacular Architecture

August 19, 2016August 23, 2016

Speaking of vernacular architecture in Macedonia, I get many different images in my head. As small country, one wouldn’t think we can have diversity of …

Built Heritage, My Hometown Culture, Student Program, Traditions, Urban

Vernacular Architecture in the Mid-West United States

August 19, 2016August 23, 2016

Many people would ask what is different about vernacular architecture compared to regular architecture, I know I did. I found it especially challenging to talk …

Built Heritage, Heritage, My Hometown Culture, Student Program, Traditions

Traditional Timber Constructions in Belarus

August 19, 2016August 23, 2016

The concept of vernacular architecture, as a distinguish style, includes a diverse number of local historical and non historical cultural constructions. They include traditional residential, …

Built Heritage, Discover, Heritage, Religious, Traditions

How Foreign Conquest Influenced the Indian Architecture

August 18, 2016October 9, 2016

India as a diverse land of wealth, rich culture, and heritage. It has always attracted the attention of foreigners. They galloped with the intent to …

My Hometown Culture, Student Program, Traditions

The Ngonde Vernacular Architectural Styles

August 18, 2016September 2, 2016

Malawi, commonly known as ?The Warm Heart of Africa? is a nation with diverse cultures. Among the cultures include; The Ngoni, the Chewa, the Tumbuka, …

Heritage, Intangible Heritage, Student Program, Traditions

Looking for the ‘Real’ English Cottage?

August 18, 2016August 23, 2016

The most interesting history is what you discover by yourself; uncovering clues to a place, or an individuals, heritage in places often overlooked by others. …

Built Heritage, Heritage, Intangible Heritage, My Hometown Culture, Student Program, Traditions, Urban, World Heritage Sites

Uncovering the Mysteries of the Mameluks: Egyptian Vernacular Heritage

August 17, 2016September 2, 2016

Cairo ? one of world?s few continuously inhabited ancient cities has been home to the world?s greatest civilizations. Each of these in turn made the …