Beeswax Candles
One of the things I love about traveling internationally is the opportunity to learn about other cultures. I’m not talking … Continue reading Beeswax Candles
Category: Cultural Snapshots
Biete Mikael & Biete Golgotha
In a mountainous region in the heart of Ethiopia, 400 miles from Addis Ababa, stand eleven medieval monolithic churches carved … Continue reading Biete Mikael & Biete Golgotha
Biete Meskel and Biete Denagel
In a mountainous region in the heart of Ethiopia, 400 miles from Addis Ababa, stand eleven medieval monolithic churches carved … Continue reading Biete Meskel and Biete Denagel
Biete Medhani Alem and Biete Maryam
In a mountainous region in the heart of Ethiopia, 400 miles from Addis Ababa, stand eleven medieval monolithic churches carved … Continue reading Biete Medhani Alem and Biete Maryam
Tukuls
Lalibela’s cultural landscape extends from the grounds of the rock-hewn churches to the surrounding environs. The traditional homes of Lasta, … Continue reading Tukuls
Simien Mountains and Gelada baboons
The Simien Mountains (spelled Semain, Simeon, and Semien) predate the Rift Valley and were formed from lava overflow between 40 and 25 million years ago. … Continue reading Simien Mountains and Gelada baboons
The Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony
The coffee ceremony is one of the most important social and cultural traditions in Ethiopia. It is not just about … Continue reading The Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony
The Cross with Ostrich Eggs
When we visited Debre Birhan Selassie church, I noticed the cross on the roof appeared to be embellished with metal … Continue reading The Cross with Ostrich Eggs
Tribe Profile: The Tambul
On August 8th, 2023, I had the pleasure of traveling to Papua New Guinea. This adventure was undoubtedly different from … Continue reading Tribe Profile: The Tambul
Tribe Profile: The Kumipana, Kunai and Mendi
On August 8th, 2023, I had the pleasure of traveling to Papua New Guinea. This adventure was undoubtedly different from … Continue reading Tribe Profile: The Kumipana, Kunai and Mendi