Category Archives: Cultural Exchange

Pyramids of Giza, Egypt

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The pyramids of the complex have historically been common as emblems of Ancient Egypt. It were popularised in Hellenistic times, when the Great Pyramid was listed by Antipater of Sidon as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is by far the oldest of the ancient Wonders and the only one still in existence. For any adventure travel in Egypt, the Pyramids at Giza worth a visit.

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Video: Vodoun Festival, Benin

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Are you wiling to go to Benin for a cultural adventure in Benin ?  This country has a great cultural reputation: it's the birthplace of the West African religion of Vodoun. Traditional Day or Vodoun Festival is a public holiday in Benin that celebrates the nation's history surrounding this religion. The celebration is held annually on January 10 throughout the country but most notably in the city of Ouidah. Beginning with the slaughter of a goat in honor of the spirits, the festival is filled with singing, dancing and the imbibing of liquor, especially gin. Vodoun was officially declared a religion in Benin in 1996 and the festival has attracted thousands of devotees and adventure tourists, traveling for culture, to Ouidah to participate in the festivities ever since.

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Fez, Marrakesh, Meknes and Rabat: Royal Cities in Morocco

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For any adventure travelers willing to discover Morocco's cultural heritage, they should go to Fez, Marrakesh, Meknes and Rabat. These four cities symbolize the core of Morocco's history and cultural heritage. Fez, Marrakesh and Meknes were former capitals of Morocco, Rabat is the actual one. Furthermore, Fez, Marrakesh, Meknes and Rabat share a common bond as they each contain the cultural and architectural treasures of a their fascinating respective era and glorious past. From the 9th century to ours, adventure travelers will get a vision of Morocco's cultural and historical heritage. They'll also see Moroccans' pride about their glorious history, because their kingdom were founded 12 centuries ago and their way of life and cuisine has fascinated many foreigners since. These imperial cities are also vibrant through the souks in the medinas.

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Video: Discovering Kairouan, Tunisia

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Kairouan is the only great Tunisian city whose history is more recent than antiquity. In 671 A.D. a camp known as a "Kairouan" settled on what is the city's urban area of today and despite the heat and scarcity of water this location had great strategic value. Kairouan is one of the four most important cities in Islam and since it was first established during the 7th century, the city's life has been continuously determined by religious faith.

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