Ostara: the turning to the light
The spring equinox is one of humanity’s oldest celebrations The spring equinox is one of the few moments on Earth…
Religion
Fasting: Then and Now
How a ritual once reserved for the chosen few became a practice of personal discipline
Tengri and Umay – Gods of Asian Nomads
In the Muslim countries of Central Asia, Tengrism is still alive and is even experiencing a kind of renaissance
Nana – Goddess of Ancient Uzbekistan
Images and manuscripts recounting her story were ruthlessly destroyed, yet she survived and is gradually reclaiming her power
Smile: You Are in Sharjah!
A journey to the cultural capital of the Arab world, a resort city where summer never ends.
