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culture
The Quran, As Seen by the Muslims
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Discovering how most Muslims see their holy book means treading between the two extremes of radical Islam and liberal Western scholarship.
South Asia: Tethered to the Middle East; Southeast Asia: Tethered to China
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Historically and culturally, the Middle East and Southeast Asia have been tethered to India and China respectively.
Discovering Cyrus the Great's Secrets in Modern Iran
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
2,500 years after his death, Cyrus the Great's tomb in Iran remains a site of mystery and wonder.
The Walled City of Lahore: Protecting Heritage and History
By Zareen Muzaffar
After years of negligence, Lahore's historic and cultural treasures are being rescued from further deterioration.
Taking off: The Cambodian Space Project
By Luke Hunt
The Diplomat's Luke Hunt speaks with the stars of the rock band Cambodian Space Project.
India Meets Pakistan ... At a Fashion Show in New Delhi
By Sanjay Kumar
While their governments might not get along, Indian and Pakistani civil society do just fine.
A Creative Vision for Tomorrow's Pakistan: A Conversation with Adnan Malik
By Zareen Muzaffar
The Diplomat speaks with Adnan Malik about Pakistan's entertainment industry.
Does a Kazakh Own Sherlock Holmes’ Apartment?
By Catherine Putz
A few interesting stories to read over the weekend
The Coffee-Drinker's Guide to China
By David Volodzko
What does it take to find a great cup of coffee in the Middle Kingdom?
Hidden Potential in South Korea’s Urban Neighborhoods
By Kris Hartley
Culture can play a vital role in local economic development.
Reductio Ad Hitlerum: Who Does the Swastika Belong To?
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
George Washington University is showing us why the West needs to come to terms with the eastern origins of the Swastika.
Post-Censorship, Myanmar’s Literary World Awakens
By Poppy McPherson
In Mandalay, hundreds gathered to hear talks by Burmese and international authors.