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Thailand marks Songkran New Year with water fights and travel surge

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In Portugal, bikers join Father Avelino for Easter blessing

In Sintra, Father Avelino leads an Easter motorbike parade, taking the traditional compasso blessing to the streets and uniting bikers in faith.

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Religious tourism: 10 Portuguese monuments to visit at Easter

Located from the north to the south of Portugal, here are some of the most popular religious monuments to visit during Holy Week with your family.

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Slovenian women keep centuries-old ‘drsanke’ Easter egg art alive

In southern Slovenia, women revive ‘drsanke’, carving intricate Easter eggs in Bela Krajina, turning simple shells into lasting handmade gifts.

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Navruz: Tajikistan's Timeless Celebration of Culture and Life

Partner content presented by Dushanbe, Tajikistan

Keeping a tradition alive for more than 3000 years is no small achievement. But spend five minutes witnessing the Navruz celebrations, and you start to understand why.

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The Secrets of ‘Pata Negra’: acorn-fed 100% Iberian ham sets out to conquer the world

This is the fascinating story behind an icon of gourmet luxury. A symbol of Spanish and European culinary excellence, acorn-fed 100% Iberian ham brings the pasture to life, adds flavour to haute cuisine and is conquering new markets.

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Japan: Tokyo sakura season begins with Ueno Park picnics

Japan officially entered cherry blossom season in Tokyo on Thursday after the Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed the first blooming of Somei Yoshino trees at Yasukuni Shrine.

Silk Road Adventures

Exploring museums and cultural heritage

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

From royal palaces and Silk Road artefacts to avant-garde art and interactive science exhibitions, Uzbekistan’s museums offer visitors a journey through centuries of history and cultural exchange.

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A pastry rooted in seasonal and cultural practices

In partnership with Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Pakhlava, a layered pastry linked to Novruz, reflects shared cultural traditions, with recipes passed down through generations and prepared as part of seasonal celebrations.

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Spring celebrations bring families together through tradition

In partnership with Azpromo

Novruz celebrations bring families together through seasonal rituals, traditional food and shared customs, marking renewal and the arrival of spring.

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Dublin St Patrick’s festival draws 500,000 as Irish roots take centre stage

Thousands of revellers filled the streets of Dublin on 17 March for the annual St Patrick’s Day parade, the highlight of a four day festival celebrating Irish culture.

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Engraved portraits on tombstones keep memories alive in Pakistan

At a cemetery in Pakistan’s Quetta, polished marble tombstones engraved with portraits of the deceased have become increasingly popular, particularly among the Hazara community.

Modern Nomads

Adventure and ancient legends in the snow-capped forests of Burabay

In partnership with MDQ

Deep in the northern steppe, the forested mountains and frozen lakes of Burabay State National Natural Park offer a breathtaking escape into nature.

Silk Road Adventures

Where heritage meets contemporary craft and new creative voices

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Traditional craftsmanship continues to evolve through artisan studios, intimate house museums and revitalised cultural spaces, where heritage techniques intersect with modern design and inspire a new generation of makers.

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Reindeer racing draws crowds in Finland’s frozen north near the Russian border

Traditional reindeer racing that's been delighting fans for decades in Finland, has drawn crowds of spectators despite freezing sub zero temperatures. The competition is held at a remote location near the Russian border 264 kilometres northeast of the city of Oulu.

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Greenland’s unpredictable ice cover threatens traditional fishers

Diminishing sea ice could push traditional ice fishers to use boats or into the ranks of commercial fishing.

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Uzbekistan’s theatres and the art of live performance

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

From puppet stages for children to grand opera houses and regional drama theatres, Uzbekistan’s theatre scene remains a living cultural tradition where stories, craftsmanship and live performance continue to bring audiences together.