Contrary to popular Western beliefs about Buddhist meditation, it is not viewed as a secular practice. Thai Buddhists believe that meditation is a meritorious activity, helping them not only to ...

Thailand, a shining jewel of Southeast Asia, captivates travelers with its vibrant nightlife, deep-rooted traditions, and ...

The owner of Hotel Verdigris in Phuket Old Town, Thailand, Pichakorn Phanichwong reflects on her 'mixed concept' heritage Growing up in Phuket, Pichakorn Phanichwong did not think she had a different ...

In Mathura and Vrindavan, Holi is still celebrated with grand processions, temple rituals, and flower showers, honouring Krishna’s playful spirit. Holi is more than just a festival of colours ...

The expert also shares essential rituals for mitigating negative influences during this time. During the eclipse, several planets will align in ways that can affect us. The Sun, Moon, Saturn ...

Instead, the archaeologists — budding and not — last summer uncovered what may be the oldest existing example in the ancient Roman world of a mikvah, a Jewish ritual bath. They have ...

At Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas, the pool villas inspired by traditional Thai wooden houses are the ... Belinda hones her skills. The foot ritual she receives kicks off the Lotus Indulgence ...

Ekadashi holds an immense religious and spiritual significance among Hindus. This day is considered an extremely auspicious and sacred day to worship Lord Vishnu. All the Lord Vishnu devotees ...

Ekadashi holds a great religious and spiritual significance in Hindu religion. It occurs during a time of transition in the lunar cycle, Ekadashi is regarded as a gateway to higher consciousness ...

Then, devotees empty the vessels when the last circuit is complete. After the Holika Dahan bonfire ritual, tilaks are smeared on the foreheads of devotees. Baked or roasted crops of the season are ...

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A warrant released Friday morning reveals new details about the “fraternity ritual” that is believed to have led to the death of Southern University student Caleb Wilson.

The festivities mark the arrival of spring, unity, and joy with traditional rituals, music, dance, and sharing sweets. Holi, one of India's most vibrant and widely celebrated festivals, will mark its ...