Damascus Knives are among the best knives in the Knifemakers’ Guild. They combine long-lasting sharpness of the blade with the break resistance of soft steel. Different layers of iron are welded with various additions such as manganese, nickel, silicon, vanadium, molybdenum, chromium or carbon and forged. Please watch the video You are currently viewing a […]
Minority Culture Show in Spring Theater in Guilin
In Guilin we had the opportunity to see a performance in the Spring Theater. The dance in this video performed by the Zhuang people is called “The Sing on the land.” The dance praises the nature the beauty of the Li Rivers by means of song and dance. The Zhuang people are known as good […]
Gifted horsemen in Guilin – China
We find gifted horsemen and wild animals in the Zoo in Guilin, Guangxi in China. The visitors can see great stunts on horses. The equestrian tricks remind of the traditions of Mongolian steppe peoples. Please watch the video You are currently viewing a placeholder content from YouTube. To access the actual content, click the button […]
Shanghai – Saturday School
In Shanghai – China – it is normal for children to voluntarily attend a Saturday School to acquire additional skills. The offer includes classes for Chinese characters, calligraphy, playing of musical instruments, ballet lessons, and more. Please watch the video here You are currently viewing a placeholder content from YouTube. To access the actual content, […]
Farmers Market St Jacobs – Kitchener – Waterloo
West of Toronto, about 1 1/2 hours away from Niagara Falls is the region of Kitchener and Waterloo. It is home of Amish and to approximately 4,000 Old Order Mennonites who farm the surrounding countryside. Please watch the video You are currently viewing a placeholder content from YouTube. To access the actual content, click the […]
Rug Hooking and Home Life in Chéticamp – Canada
Chéticamp is an Arcadian fishing village at the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton Highlands, Canada. A visit to the Museum of the Hooked Rug and Home Life in the building Les Trois Pignons should not be missed. Please watch the video You are currently viewing a placeholder content from YouTube. To access the actual content, […]