Taiwanese rush weaving, a centuries-old craft rooted in the quaint township of Yuanli, unravels a lesser-known yet intriguing chapter of Taiwan’s history and its people with every woven piece.

A Passion for Silk, currently on display at the City University of Hong Kong, invites us to traverse the Silk Road and uncover the ancient history of silk — a material once valued as highly as gold.

Just an hour’s drive from Agra lies Fatehpur Sikri — a fleeting palace city that embodies the zenith of artisanal ingenuity of the Mughal Empire.

Home to over 5,000 years of India’s history and culture, the National Museum in New Delhi weaves a compelling narrative of diversity and inclusivity as the nation navigates its identity.

In the vicinity of the Taj Mahal, workshops hum with the remarkable craftsmanship that has been preserved by the descendants of Mughal artisans who contributed to the creation of this iconic monument.

Within the rich tapestry of the Mughal Empire’s architectural grandeur lies an enduring artistic legacy — a tale intricately woven in stone, whispering unparalleled expressions of artisanal brilliance.

While wandering in India’s capital, I stumbled upon Swaminarayan Akshardham, a relatively young Hindu temple. Little did I know that within its sacred confines lay an experience that would lead me down an unexpected path.

Most foreigners see Mizuhiki — the Japanese art of knot-tying — merely as a form of decoration. But for the Japanese, Mizuhiki is seen as a formal and meaningful gesture, and they feel a sense of gratitude when receiving gifts adorned with Mizuhiki.

This fall, the city of Kanazawa invites us to explore the profound influence that culture has in shaping the status and identity of a region in a special exhibition, “The Imperial Household and Ishikawa: Brilliance of Elegant Beauty.”

At Tori-no-Ichi, a year-end celebration often referred to as Japanese Thanksgiving, visitors are not only guaranteed a unique cultural experience but also the promise of good fortunes and prosperity for the year to come.