Articles related to "Indian Culture"

Fur trader and explorer Alexander Ross described the culture of the Native Americans in the costal areas of Washington and Oregon prior to substantial Euopean contact.

The Narragansett government was both monarchical and democratic in style; their religion had multiple gods of different levels of importance.

The Indian film, Monsoon Wedding, shows an impressive array of colors and beautiful visuals.

Guest writer article from Nanette Croce, at Suite 101's Aboriginal History section.

Though the latest verdict of the Delhi High Court made married people's kissing in public places legal, kissing in public is still largely a taboo in India.

Ride the waves at an idyllic surfing beach, kayak in mangrove forests and look for seahorses in sandy tidal pools near the resorts of Brazil's Atlantic coast.

Forget the Caribbean, the golden sands of Brazil's east coast face the south Atlantic with long palm fringed beaches, good food and an exotic Portuguese Latin setting.

Through Suri's use of religion in The Death of Vishnu he reveals much about Indian culture.

A heart-warming and thoughtful story about the relationship between mothers and daughters and the challenges of blending Indian and American cultures across generations.

Born during the Civil War when America was on the brink of modernity, Charles Marion Russell used his art to record the fading days of the Old West, its land and people.

Rice, wheat, barley and barbecued animals flavoured with spices and fruit formed the basis of the cuisine of rich Indians of the past. What else did they eat and why?

Life and works of Gustav Holst, famous for orchestral suite 'The Planets.'

Set in Mumbai, India, an American Travels to Train His Successor and Employees in a Call Center. This Film is a Cross Cultural Comedy Drama. Co-Stars Ayesha Dharkar.

The light that a lamp emits is a symbol of knowledge, dispelling darkness. They weave their own magic aura irrespective of their form.

The V&A is offering courses and family events for adults and children such as film shows, BSL interpreted tours, touch tours, art and craft activities and dress making.

When the first Europeans landed along the coastline of present-day Alaska, British Columbia and Washington, they found a thriving Native American culture.

"I have lit an everlasting incense stick. I want people to enjoy the perfume," said Kelkar as a tribute to the grandeur of a bygone era

The winner of the Mann Booker prize for literature, The Inheritance of Loss is a tragic yet unyielding novel about a group of people fighting to lose and find themselves.

Tips and suggestions for teaching the cultural diversity and sophistication of Native American groups in the Social Studies or History classroom.

Sherman Alexie's first young adult novel won the National Book Award and captures the hearts of critics a like through his semi-autobiographical hero, Arnold Spirit

From the ancient pyramids of El Tajín to the awe-inspiring dances of the Voladores de Papantla, this small Veracruz town will pleasantly surprise visitors with its charm.

Food and cooking are an important part of the Indian culture. Here's a brief guide to the types of food used in Indian cooking and the traditions of how they came about.

Under the Office of Indian Affairs, the old policy of assimilation was renewed.

"Bride and Prejudice" is a stunningly beautiful, visual film.

The Native American Indian culture is alive and colorful, but nuances of it are often unknown by others.

A look into the history of the Anasazi people, living in the famous Four Corners region of America; also known as Chaco Culture

The ancient history of Nepal is not well-known. Was it influenced only by India and China or did it have its own culture? Who are the Newar people?

Dance Ontario's Dance Weekend from January 19 to the 20 was the opening event for Harbourfront's Next Steps dance series for the winter/spring edition of 2008

Henry D. Thoreau became a student of Native American cultures as seen in his Indian Notebooks and in his visits to Maine where he met and befriended Penobscot Indians.

Aids awareness event is overshadowed by controversy

Set in the Vizag, India, Farahad Zama's first novel is a fun glimpse into the world of Indian wedding customs, matchmaking and arranged marriages.

Despite having created memorable characters in film franchises such as Wayne's World and Austin Powers, Mike Myers falls wayyyy short of the mark in The Love Guru. 3/10

From the Old Dhow Harbour, through a maze of bazaars, merchants' houses and souks to the Sultan's Palace, Stone Town is living monument to East Africa's Swahili history.

For homesick travellers, these are some of India's best places to meet other backpackers in India and enjoy some comfort food from banana pancakes to pizza.

Aside from the Three Colours trilogy, Preisner, a relatively unknown composer, creates a score for this magical Hodgson Burnett adaptation that uplifts the listener.

Chokhi Dhani is a unique resort located in Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan. Experience a taste of rural Rajasthani life in all its colors at Chokhi Dhani.

Artesia, in Orange County, California offers people amazing and authentic Indian restaurants, stores, and markets.

Bollywood films are more than just movies, they're singing and dancing spectaculars.

Julia Gregson offers readers a different perspective on the English women who journeyed to India and made it their home in the 1920s and 30s.

The film that is shocking audiences, dividing critics, and snatching awards needs to be viewed in the proper context; namely, that is has all been done before.

Ramana Maharshi, Aurobindo and Yogananda are among the most important Indian gurus of the 20th century.

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was inspired by Henry Rowe Schoolcraft's published writings describing the Ojibwa culture. The writings actually belonged to Jane Schoolcraft.

Indian Summer events at the British Museum include Indian art, India Landscape, plus talks, family events and educational activities led by Indian academics and artists.

The gathering at Plimoth Plantation was not quite what is portrayed in US history books. But it is possible to reinterpret the holiday from a larger point of view.

Economic power is shifting East; to China and India. Review of Kumar's book shows it is not low costs but fundamental factors that drives progress of Indian business.

Buy a bottle, get one free! Yes, really, but you have to go to Mumbai.

It's possible to buy a decent camel for around $500 in India, and there's no better place to make a selection than at the Pushkar camel festival.

Today, more and more individuals of Indian heritage are turning to online dating sites to help them make a love match.

The V&A offer talks and courses exploring India's history and culture including palace life, art, architecture, the changing role of the maharajas and the place of women.

The Kalash is worshiped in every Hindu ritual, be it marriage or consecration of a home. Its significance has been explained in different ways.