C Ulture Collection (page 8)

Thailand, Nakhon Phanom, Nakhon Phanom. Buddha statues at Wat Maha That. The Wat is home to the Phra That Nakhon chedi - a 24 metre high stupa, highly revered in north-east Thailand

Thailand, Ko Phuket, Phuket. Dragon dancers and fireworks during the Phuket Vegetarian Festival. The 9 day religious festival celebrates spiritual and body cleansing for the local Chinese community

Singapore, Singapore, Raffles Place. Spiral incense coils with city skyline in background at Wak Hai Cheng Bio Temple

The Old National Gallery Berlin Mitte on the Museum Island, Germany

Jewish Museum Berlin from Daniel Libeskind

Sanssouci is the name of the former summer palace of Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, in Potsdam, near Berlin

Statue in front of the Teatro Municipal de Sao Paulo. Brazil

Australia, Queensland, Laura. Indigenous dancer from the Lockhart River community at the Laura Aboriginal Dance Festival

Australia, Queensland, Laura. Indigenous dance troupe at the Laura Aboriginal Dance Festival

Two Datoga men participate in a mock stick fight. The Datoga (known to their Msai neighbours as the Mang ati and to the Iraqw as Babaraig) live in northern Tanzania and are primarily pastoralists

A Hadza hunter checks the straightness of a new arrow shaft
A Hadza hunter wearing the skins of a baboon and genet cat checks the straightness of a new arrow shaft, fledged with guinea fowl feathers.The Hadzabe are a thousand-strong community of

Datoga baby on his mothers back
A Datoga baby is carried in a leather carrier on his mothers back The traditional attire of Datoga women includes beautifully tanned and decorated leather dresses

Msai - old and new
Old and new. Dressed traditionally and carrying familiar wooden staff, two young men give hints that the lifestyle of younger Msai generations is changing gradually in Tanzania

Young Datoga man in a well
A young Datoga man helps to draw water for his familys livestock from a well on the east side of Lake Manyara. All young men wear strings of twisted yellow and light blue beads round their waists

A young Datoga boy
A young boy of the Datoga tribe crosses the plains east of Lake Manyara in Northern Tanzania. The Manyara escarpment (a western boundary wall of the Gregory Rift) is visible in the distance

Morocco, Fes. Two whirling Dervishes perform during a concert at the Fes Festival of World Sacred Music. Members of the Al Kindi Ensemble perform the music

Horse Herders returning home after a Horse Festival in Karakorum, Hangai Province, Mongolia

Mongoli, Gobi Desert. Cooking Horses Milk to produce the spirit, Arak, in the Gobi Desert

Mongolia, Steppeland. Summer Herders Camp by a River

Mongolia, Karakorum. Lamas praying at a ceremony to bless a Horse Festival, Erdene Zuu Monastery

Mongolia, Ulan Bator. Lamas performing morning prayer at Ganden Monastery

Mongolia, Khentii Province, Delgerhaan. Horse herders gather for a Festival in Delgerhaan

Mongolia, Khentii Province. Traditional Decorative Flint

A nomad sits in the desert and talks on his mobile phone. It should be noted that it is not always possible to recieve a signal

Old Religious Temple in Chinguetti

Mauritania, Brakna, Desert Guide

MALI, Mopti Pirogues (Niger River water taxis) jostle to meet an incoming passenger ferry near the port of Mopti. The slender wooden canoes are the traditional craft for fishing

MALI, Mopti A pirogue loaded with passengers is poled along the Niger River near Mopti. The slender wooden canoes are the traditional craft for fishing and transporting passengers

MALI, Timbuktu Camel trekkers in the Saharan sands near Timbuktu

Fisherman cast hand nets on the River Niger from shallow-draught boats

A Bara woman works in her paddy fields close to the Isalo National Park. Rice is the staple food of the Malagasy people. She has put on her face a paste made from the powdered seeds

A brightly-painted shop near the entrance to Isalo National Park at Ranohira. The innovative tailors dummies depicting lemurs attract park visitors to the shop

Lithuania, Hill of Crosses (Kryziu Kalnas). Thousands of memorial crosses are layed over the hill in a tradition of planting crosses since the 14th Century

Hill of Crosses (Kryziu Kalnas) - thousands of memorial crosses are layed over the hill in a tradition of planting crosses since the 14th Century, Siauliai, Lithuania

Wales, Denbighshire, Llandrillo. Moel Ty Uchaf a stone circle of 41 stones with a cist in the centre stands on the edge of the Berwyn Mountains

Trumpter at changing of the Guard

Regional flags of Switzerland are paraded at the Unspunnen Bicentenary Festival, Interlaken, Jungfrau Region, Switzerland

Cowbell ringers in traditional alpine costume at the Unspunnen Bicentenary Festival, Interlaken, Jungfrau Region, Switzerland

Women in traditional costume at the Unspunnen Bicentenary Festival, Interlaken, Jungfrau Region, Switzerland

Plaza del Triunfo in the Real Alcazar Palace in Seville, Spain

Detail of a mural made of painted ceramic tiles on a wall in a street in Seville showing a Sevillian street scene

Painted ceramic mural at the entrance to a tapas bar in the Santa Cruz district of Seville, Spain

An effigy of Mary is prepared to be paraded through the streets of Seville during one of the many religious processions

Mural of one of the historic Spanish kings made from painted ceramic tiles, adorns the wall of a house in the Santa Cruz district of Seville, Spain

Sevilles Cathedral with its famous bell-tower, La Girlada, is an extraordinary blend of Gothic, Baroque and Moorish architecture

Two riders on horseback perform the correr abracats (galloping embrace) through the crowd. The event is one of the medieval games held during the Menorcan festival of Sant Joan in Ciutadella

A rider on horseback speeds through the crowd attempting to strike a target with a lance. The event held in Ciutadella on the Balearic Island of Menorca is part of the festival of Sant Joan

Portugal, Alentejo, Moura. View across the rooftops. The Arab influence is still visible at this peaceful town, surrounded by oaks and olive trees

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"Celebrating the Tapestry of Culture: From Ancient Artifacts to Modern Expressions" Immerse yourself in a captivating journey through time and diverse cultures. A Lambretta scooter adorned with mod mirrors takes us back to the vibrant streets of 1960s Britain, where music and fashion defined an era. Step into the world of body art as we marvel at a tattooed masterpiece by Mr. Sutherland Macdonald, showcasing his exceptional skill and creativity. This Victorian creation reminds us that tattoos have long been a form of personal expression. Travel further back in time to ancient Rome, where a memento mori mosaic serves as a poignant reminder of mortality's inevitability. Its intricate design invites contemplation on life's fleeting nature. Intriguingly, our exploration continues with a glimpse into the life of a tattooed Victorian lady from 1897. Her inked skin challenges societal norms and reflects her individuality amidst strict conventions. Discover Asclepius, the Roman god associated with healing and medicine, portrayed in an exquisite statue that embodies both grace and power. It symbolizes humanity's eternal quest for physical well-being. Witness monks lighting khom loy candles during Thailand's enchanting Loi Krathong festival—an awe-inspiring spectacle that illuminates the night sky while paying homage to tradition and spirituality. Venture into Ethiopia's Mursi tribe—a living testament to ancestral customs preserved through generations—where unique traditions shape their identity amidst modern influences. Delve into literature as we encounter Jane Austen—the beloved English novelist whose timeless works continue to captivate readers worldwide. An engraving immortalizes her contribution to literary culture. Experience culinary delights through Edouard Pingret’s Cocina Poblana—a fusion cuisine blending Mexican flavors with French techniques—showcasing how cultural exchange enriches gastronomy across borders. Marvel at Frank de Burgh—the tattooed man who defied societal norms in 1897.