Tag: wrestling
Wrestling, Horses and Archery: Mongolia’s Naadam Festival
Known as “The Three Games of Men,” Naadam is Mongolia’s celebration of traditional strength and skill competitions that predate the times of Genghis Khan. Naadam was originally held between clans as a showcase for weddings. It wasn’t until the 13th century that Khan made it an official holiday, presiding over the inaugural event in addition to scouting for recruits to his army.
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Taiwan: Whatever Your Pleasure
Taiwan’s wealth of offerings ensures travelers find destinations, activities and amenities to suit all interests.
Sports
Apr 15, 2016Oil Wrestling at Turkey’s Kirkpinar
There’s a lot to love about the locals of Turkey, with their penchant for wrestling in olive oil chief among them. Turkish oil wrestling is a tradition going back more than 700 years and is thought to be the oldest in the world. If you’re planning on visiting the country, you have to partake.
History
Jan 1, 2016Original Greek Olympic Sports
Today’s Olympic Games take inspiration from an ancient Greek tradition, but most of the sports bear little resemblance to their origins.
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The Province That Surrounds Seoul — And Outshines It
Skip the Seoul Crowds. The Real Korea is in Gyeonggi.
Entertainment
Nov 12, 2015Verizon Center in Washington, D.C.
Just a few short years ago, the D.C. neighborhood of Chinatown was not a place to visit unless there was a sporting event or concert at the former MCI Center. In recent years, however, the area surrounding the now-named Verizon Center has exploded with restaurants, bars and shops, and even a jumbo television that adds to the area’s appeal as a mini Times Square.