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This article was first published in Russian by the Siberia-based outlet People of Baikal. The following translation appeared in The Beet, a weekly email dispatch from Meduza in English covering Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. Sign up here to get the next issue delivered directly to your inbox.

“Don’t close your eyes! I told you: If you close them, I’ll stop doing the operation and send you home!” the surgeon hissed. 

It was 2009, and Natalya Badmayeva was lying on an operating table at the Republican Clinical Hospital in Ulan-Ude. She tried her best to stop trembling and keep her eyes open. After the surgeon made the last stitch, she told Natalya she could get up and go home. In the corridor, other patients were waiting their turn to go under the knife. 

Natalya, then a 20-year-old lawyer, had undergone eyelid surgery on her lunch break. “The operation took place clandestinely. I actually shouldn’t have been in that operating room,” she explained. “The surgery was over in half an hour.” 

Natalya put on a pair of dark glasses and went straight from the hospital to visit a client. At the pre-trial detention center entrance, she showed the duty officer her ID. “What did you get done? Your dabharyashki?” asked the officer, nodding knowingly. 

The term dabharyashka (from the Buryat word dabharyaa, which literally means “fold”) refers to the skin fold of the upper eyelid. Apparently, the officer had seen Natalya’s stitches through her sunglasses. She was one of the first people in Buryatia to have surgery to change the shape of her eyes. Three years later, she had another operation to make them even wider. 

The names of some of the people in this story have been changed at their request.

Scalpels, needles, and glue 

Many people of Asian descent are born with monolids — an eyelid shape that doesn’t have a crease. And some people go to great lengths to create this skin fold and widen their eyes. For those who undergo plastic surgery, the operation typically involves an incision along the upper eyelid, the removal of “excess” skin and fat, and the application of sutures to create an “eye-opening” crease (also known as a “double eyelid”). 

Blepharoplasty — the medical term for eyelid surgery — is the third most common plastic surgery procedure in the world, after breast augmentation and liposuction. With nearly half a million surgical procedures annually, Russia ranks ninth globally for the total number of plastic surgeries. But for eyelid surgery, Russia is in third place, with more than 92,000 operations in 2020 alone. 

Researchers in Russia note that the further east a region is from Moscow, the more eyelid surgeries are performed there. In Ulan-Ude — the regional capital of Buryatia, with a population of just over 400,000 people — there are about 10 clinics that offer this procedure for prices ranging from 20,000 to 30,000 rubles (about $225 to $335). 

Then there are the companies that offer “medical tours” to neighboring Mongolia. These packages cover a round-trip bus ticket from Ulan-Ude to Ulaanbaatar, the operation itself, and an interpreter’s services. One popular clinic in Ulaanbaatar offered eyelid surgery for just 18,500 rubles ($210). By comparison, a local Korean clinic charged around 160,000 rubles (about $1,800). Performers, entrepreneurs, and officials who want to get their eyelids done usually travel to South Korea, where the procedure costs anywhere from $1,800 to $3,000. 

Other people try to alter their eyelids themselves — using a needle or a sharpened pencil to damage the delicate skin, hoping that the scarring will form a crease over time. Alternative, less painful methods include using eyelid glue or adhesive tape to create a “double eyelid” temporarily. 

Natalya Badmayeva’s mother, Tamara, used a sharpened pencil to break the skin along her own upper eyelids; when the scratches healed, they formed a crease. Natalya would later try to replicate this procedure herself but found it too painful. “I realized that I wouldn’t be able to ‘draw’ a deep enough cut, and so I didn’t keep doing it,” she recalled.

When Natalya was a teenager, her mother bought her eyelid glue, but Natalya found it uncomfortable to wear. “It feels heavy on your eyelid. If you use glue, you can feel how everything is being pulled together. If you use tape, it’s uncomfortable when you blink,” she said. 

Tamara, who has since passed away, never explained why she gave herself eyelid creases or wanted her daughter to have them, too. “I didn’t want to look narrow-eyed. I wanted to look wide-eyed,” Natalya said, explaining her own thinking. “In my youth, Buryats were [considered] village people. Narrow-eyed, swarthy, uneducated, Buryat-speaking — this was the image I was trying to escape. I specifically didn’t learn to speak Buryat and had my eyelids done twice.” 

‘No one told me to my face’

Several sources told People of Baikal that, as children, they dreamed of being ethnically Russian; when their family members spoke their native language, they felt embarrassed and pretended they couldn’t understand them. 

Natalya remembers encountering aggression due to her appearance when she left Buryatia for the first time at age 18. She and her friends were waiting in line at a food stand in Novosibirsk when some old ladies started harassing them. “These old ladies said, ‘Who are you? We don’t go to your country!’ and they pushed us out of the line. We told them we’re from Buryatia, which is part of Russia. We’re citizens of the Russian Federation, just like them. But the old ladies didn’t believe us,” Natalya said. 

Ivan Romanov, 38, moved from Ulan-Ude to Moscow in 2012. A dentist by training, he spent a year applying for jobs in the capital. However, he found that some dental clinics — including ones at public hospitals — would post job ads explicitly seeking “Slavic” physicians. 

Even clinics that didn’t have this requirement wouldn’t hire Ivan. Having a Russian name and surname was often enough to get him an interview, but they never called him back. All his classmates soon found jobs, but he remained unemployed. “I didn’t understand what was happening. I’d go home, cry because I felt powerless, and get angry,” Ivan recalled. “No one told me to my face that they wouldn’t hire me because I’m Buryat, but the logic was clear.” 

Ivan took screenshots of the job ads from public clinics looking to hire “Slavic” doctors and wrote a complaint to the Russian Health Ministry. In response, ministry officials told him that government institutions don’t place such ads and suggested that the postings had appeared on the website “due to a technical glitch.” (At the same time, they acknowledged that such ads are common among private clinics.)

Ivan believes his dental career didn’t take off because of his appearance. After a year of unsuccessfully trying to land a job in his field, he began working for a company in Moscow selling medical equipment. Today, he runs his own business. 

At 35, Ivan had eyelid surgery to make himself look “European.” A surgeon at a Moscow clinic reshaped his eyelids, creating creases and removing the epicanthus — a skin fold stretching from the upper eyelid, covering the eye’s inner corner. Ivan had dreamed of this since his youth.

No shortage of insults 

The discourse around Asian people’s appearance inevitably leads to a discussion about “narrow eyes,” notes Erzhen Erdeni, a Buryat anti-colonial activist and researcher from the Siberian city of Irkutsk. “The expression ‘narrow eyes’ makes my blood boil,” she said. “Asian eyes can be considered narrow only if they’re compared with European eyes, which are taken as the standard.” 

“Russian speakers have come up with no shortage of insults for Asian eyes,” added Erzhen. 

The activist still remembers the first time she was insulted over her appearance. She was seven years old and walking to school alone in Irkutsk when a group of boys started throwing rocks at her and calling her names. 

People who don’t look “European” encounter racism everywhere in Russia, Erzhen said. After she moved to Moscow to study, for example, uniformed officers stopped her every two weeks or so, asking to see her documents, fishing for bribes, and threatening to take her to the police station. “I could walk with a Slavic-looking friend, and she wouldn’t get asked any questions. But I was stopped all the time — it could happen anywhere,” said Erzhen, who now lives in Tbilisi, Georgia. “I developed a persistent fear of people in uniform that I carry with me to this day. Every time I see a man in a uniform in Russia, my heart sinks, and the anxiety kicks in.” 

According to the SOVA Center, which monitors extremism and hate crimes in Russia, there was a spike in racially motivated attacks in 2023. Researchers recorded at least 60 violent acts last year — up from nine in 2022. In at least 21 of these cases, the attackers targeted people whom they perceived as “Asian.” 

SOVA Center director Alexander Verkhovsky said that while anyone who “looks different” can fall victim to a hate crime in Russia, people of “conventionally Asian appearance” are targeted most often. This includes not only Central Asians but also people indigenous to Russia, such as Buryats, Tyvans, and Kalmyks. “The attacker isn’t asking to see a passport; he’s looking at facial features,” Verkhovsky underscored.  

“If you’re a person of ‘non-Slavic’ appearance in any public place [...] you always have to be on guard. An insult could come your way at any moment,” said Buryat journalist Aleksandra Garmazhapova. “Any old conflict could end with the phrase: ‘Go back to China!’” 

Garmazhapova moved to St. Petersburg with her family at age six. She got involved in political activism in 2005 after far-right extremists murdered 20-year-old anti-fascist activist Timur Kacharava in the city center. She left Russia eight years ago and now heads the Free Buryatia Foundation. 

The Sova Center’s researchers attribute the surge in racially motivated violence in 2023 to Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine. “War inevitably brings about an increase in aggression in society. Legitimizing aggression is a side effect of war,” Verkhovsky explained. 

‘Why am I hurting myself a second time?’

Valentina Radnayeva, the head of the ophthalmology department at the Children’s Hospital in Ulan-Ude, said that people of all ages come in for eyelid surgery. It’s the most common cosmetic procedure in Buryatia, and the hospital accepts not only locals but also patients from Tyva, Khakassia, Altai, and other republics across Russia. “For young people, we don’t remove skin [from the upper eyelid]; we just form a fold. And it turns out beautifully!” the surgeon said with a smile. 

Enkhmaa, a surgeon at a clinic in Ulaanbaatar that patients on medical tours from Ulan-Ude often visit, claimed that eyelid surgery makes people “more beautiful” and more self-confident. She operates on patients 12 and up, so long as minors have parental consent. According to Enkhmaa, there hasn’t been a single case in her 20 years of experience where a patient regretted making their eyes wider (she said that the most common complaints have to do with side effects.) “This surgery changes people’s lives for the better,” the surgeon maintained. 

Natalya, the lawyer from Ulan-Ude, said that she also wanted to have “beautiful” eyes — and that’s why she opted for a second surgery. “I wasn’t satisfied with the results of the first operation. The shape of my eyes looked too natural. I wanted to see a difference. I wanted my eyes to be wider,” she explained. 

Natalya’s first surgery, at the Republican Hospital in 2009, took place without a consultation and only cost three or four thousand rubles. For her second surgery, she saved up about 20,000 rubles and went to a private clinic. But somehow, she found it scarier. “I remember lying on the operating table and saying to myself, ‘Stupid me! Why am I hurting myself a second time?’ The doctor was polite, he explained everything, there was good anesthetic, but it was still unpleasant,” she recalled.

After the operation, Natalya remained under observation at the clinic for 30 or 40 minutes. Then, her brother picked her up and took her home. She was on maternity leave at the time, so she didn’t have to go back to work. Natalya says the bruises and swelling from the second surgery went away after a few weeks — but to this day, she remains sensitive to bright light. 

“My friends don’t see a big difference between how I looked before and after the operation. But I think that I’ve changed,” Natalya said. “It’s possible that this is how I feel on the inside. I’ve lived with my eyelid folds longer than I lived without them. I’m more comfortable this way.”

Ivan, the dentist, paid 85,000 rubles (more than $950) to go under the knife in Moscow in 2020. “I was conscious, under local anesthesia, and I heard everything the doctor said. He explained what was happening in detail and commented, ‘You were right to get the surgery. You have a large accumulation of fat, and it weighs down your eyelids. It makes you seem sad. We’re going to correct it now, and you’ll look just great!’”

However, Ivan wasn’t happy with the end result. “I went through every circle of hell. It took a long time for everything to heal. I spent a lot of money to remove the scars left over from the stitches. Moreover, the surgeon didn’t stitch the skin of the upper eyelid on one eye properly,” he complained. “My life didn’t change at all. People who know me well noticed that something was different, but it’s usually difficult for them to say what exactly.” 

‘At least you can influence how you look’

Anna Tsyrenova, a 38-year-oldfrom Ulan-Ude, was surprised when she recently learned that all her friends her own age had undergone eyelid surgery by the time they were 20. “Many people hide the fact that they’ve had this surgery. It’s such a sensitive topic that even friends don’t want to talk about it,” she said. “When I finally started asking around, they said they had their eyelids done to look more kempt.”

Anna says it never occurred to her to have eyelid surgery. And she rejects the notion that she has experienced discrimination in Russia — even though she’s been mistaken for a tourist, told that she “speaks Russian well,” and stopped by police officers in Moscow and St. Petersburg. “I don’t judge people who’ve gone to the plastic surgeon and made their eyes wider. I just don’t understand them,” she said.

According to social scientist Maria Vyatchina, plastic surgery can give patients a sense of control over their own lives — even when they feel powerless to influence the world around them. “There are things you cannot change, but you can at least influence how you look. This gives you a sense of agency,” she explained. 

The development of new medical technologies is another powerful driver behind the popularity of plastic surgery, making it less risky, less painful, and cheaper. Indeed, certain surgeries are becoming more accessible and even “fashionable,” with trends transcending borders. For example, the eyelid surgery industry in Russia and Mongolia is heavily influenced by South Korea, which, in turn, is largely guided by standards adopted in Japan. 

Vyatchina also pointed to the work of anthropologists Sara Lenehan and Carmen Alvaro Jarrín, who found that the popularity of “nose jobs” in Iran and Brazil reflects shifts in how people signal their wealth and aspirations of upward mobility. The same is true in Russia, where poverty, a lack of social mobility, and patriarchal norms make one’s appearance a type of social currency. 

In this context, what eye shape is considered “beautiful” is directly related to popular attitudes. But, as Vyatchina underscored, beauty standards are far from neutral or implicit — on the contrary, they’re politically charged. “Racism and xenophobia take different forms, including defining dominant beauty standards that leave no room for acceptance and discussing diversity,” she said. “There is so much racism in Russian society.” 

‘Don’t become the dragon’

In the spring of 2022, Free Buryatia Foundation president Aleksandra Garmazhapova launched a campaign for the “Denazification of Russia.” On Instagram, she asked her followers to share stories of their encounters with racism and xenophobia. Over the next three weeks, she received some 4,000 testimonies. 

The responses show that even indigenous people who resemble ethnic Russians — including Udmurt, Chuvash, and other peoples — have to contend with racism in Russia. People recounted how, from childhood, they were censured for speaking their native language. One person said he had internalized the idea that it was “shameful” to be Mari. The campaign received countless emotional accounts: many people had never had the opportunity to talk openly about racism, while others had previously failed to recognize that what they experienced constitutes discrimination. 

The Russian language often lacks the terminology for discussions about racism and xenophobia. During her interview, Garmazhapova drew attention to how she sometimes slipped into using “not just literal translations but English terms.” Yet, Vyatchina says it’s still important to use these words, even if they seem complex or incomprehensible. Researchers believe that terms more suitable to Russian realities will emerge when Russian society begins to discuss racism actively. 

At the same time, Garmazhapova warned against going to rhetorical extremes, which she believes are just as harmful as not discussing racism at all. “The media, activists, and everyone else must work to avoid becoming xenophobes like Vladimir Putin. When fighting a dragon, you cannot become that same dragon yourself,” she said. “We must make every effort to fight narratives of hatred, racism, and xenophobia and not to end up producing the same ideas, just in a different sauce.” 

Now a mother of two, Natalya says she fears for her son and daughter because they are Buryat and feels the need to protect them from harmful stereotypes. “I understand the attitude the world has developed towards Buryats. The word ‘Buryat’ has become a symbol of savagery and cruelty. People need someone to hate, to take out their anger on. It will be difficult to rehabilitate this general perception and attitude,” she said. 

Natalya remembers how her own mother cared for her, buying her eyelid glue and encouraging her to get “folds.” Assuming her children would share her own insecurities, she tried to take the same approach with them. “I thought, Why don’t I tape my six-year-old daughter’s [eyelids],” Natalya said. “Thank God my child has a brain! She ran around a little and then took off the strips [of tape] I had stuck on her. She thinks she’s beautiful the way she is. She has insecurities, but they have nothing to do with the shape of her eyes.”

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Everything You Need to Know About Choosing Turkey Travel Packages

In the regional Turkish language, Turkey is often referred to as Türkiye. It is primarily found in Western Asia, in the Anatolian peninsula. Since one leg is connected to Europe and the other to Asia, it is also referred to as a bridge between the two continents. The Black Sea, Marmara Sea, Aegean Sea, and the Mediterranean Sea border the nation on three sides. It is the homeland of Turks who long ago migrated from Mongolia's interior. Iran, Iraq, Azerbaijan, Greece, Bulgaria, Georgia, Armenia, and Syria are all within modern Turkey's borders.

When it comes to the area, the Turkish race initially settled in western modern Turkey, where they went on to reside under the name Selcuk Beylics. The Osmanoullar community was established in the region where Bursa was the capital, some 4-5 hours' drive from Istanbul today, as a result of the separation of Selçuk Beylics into several groups over time. They transferred the capital from Bursa to Istanbul in later years. They lived through the golden eras when their borders stretched across tremendous periods. They eventually reached a point of stagnation and dissolution and handed the historical reins over to the Modern Turkish Republic.

Understanding Your Travel Style and Preferences

Understanding your travel tastes and style is the first step in selecting Turkey Holiday Packages. Think about the following:

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What is your spending plan? What are your financial limits for a tour package?

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What kind of lodging do you prefer? Do you feel at ease staying in hostels or hotels, or do you like private lodging?

You can focus on tour packages that are suited to your needs by focusing on those that fit your travel interests and style.

Researching and Comparing Tour Options

Researching and contrasting tour choices is the next stage after you have a firm grasp of your travel interests and style. Here are a few pieces of advice:

Make use of reliable travel websites: Check out Turkey Holiday Packages from credible online sources as they offer testimonials and rankings from tourists who have taken the tours.

Visit the websites of the trip operators: The majority of tour operators have their websites where you may obtain details about the tours they provide, including itineraries, costs, and lodging choices.

Read Reviews: You may learn a lot about the tour's quality, the degree of customer care, and the entire experience from reviews written by other tourists.

Compare costs before choosing one product over another. Take into account the tour's overall worth and what is included in the cost. Some Turkey Travel Packages From India may appear more expensive, but they provide greater value for the money since they provide more activities or better accommodations.

Key Considerations for Choosing a Turkey Tour Package

There are numerous important factors to keep in mind when contrasting Turkey Travel Packages From India.

1. Itinerary: Finding a tour package that includes the locations and activities you are interested in is a good idea. Take into account the tour's duration and speed. Will you feel rushed or that you'll have plenty of time to visit each place?

2. Inclusions: Make sure you are aware of the tour package's inclusions. Does it include lodging, travel, meals, and entertainment? Do you need to budget for any additional fees or expenses?

3. Tour size: The magnitude of the excursion should be taken into consideration. Which do you prefer—a smaller, more private one or a bigger, more communal one?

4. Tour guide: Your trip can be greatly improved by a skilled and amiable tour guide. Make sure you check the tour guide's licence and read customer feedback.

Finding Turkey Travel Packages From India that allow you flexibility in terms of the schedule and activities is important. You will then have the option to go exploring on your own or to forego participating in activities that bore you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q 1: Are private tours or group tours preferable for seeing Turkey?

A: That depends on what you desire. Private Turkey holiday packages from mumbai can be customised to your unique interests and demands, while group tours are typically less expensive and provide a social experience.

Q 2.Is travelling to Turkey safe?

A: Travellers can feel secure visiting Turkey. But you should always proceed with caution and pay attention to your surroundings.

Q3. When is the ideal time to travel to Turkey?

A: The months of April to May and September to November are ideal for travelling to Turkey because of the nice weather and reduced tourist traffic.

Q 4: Is a visa required to enter Turkey?

A: The majority of visitors do require visas to enter Turkey. You have two options for applying for a visa: online or at the airport.

Conclusion

Your travel interests, money, and style must all be carefully considered before selecting the ideal Turkey holiday packages from mumbai. You may choose wisely and have an unforgettable trip to Turkey by doing your homework, comparing your alternatives, and considering crucial factors like itinerary, inclusions, tour size, tour guide, and flexibility.

To make your tour the most suitable for you, don't forget to read reviews, ask questions, and don't be scared to customise it. Considering all there is to see and do in Turkey, picking the appropriate vacation package might be crucial. You won't regret it, so go ahead and reserve your ideal Turkey vacation package today!

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Journey Through the Heart of Mongolia: Exclusive Tour Packages and Altai Mountain Adventures

Nestled between vast steppes and towering mountains, Mongolia remains one of the last bastions of untouched wilderness and ancient nomadic culture on Earth. For the intrepid traveler, Mongolia offers a stark contrast to the familiar, a place where adventure is woven into the fabric of the landscape. Through a variety of Mongolia Tour Packages and the Mongolia Altai Mountain Tour, visitors have the unique opportunity to explore this rugged land in-depth, experiencing its natural wonders and the enduring traditions of its people.

Cultural Insights and Historical Explorations

The best Mongolia Tour Packages delve into the rich tapestry of Mongolian history and culture. Visitors can wander through the ruins of Karakorum, the ancient capital of the Mongol Empire, or experience the spiritual tranquility of Buddhist monasteries that dot the landscape. These tours not only illuminate Mongolia’s glorious past but also bring travelers face-to-face with the vibrant cultural traditions that are still alive today. From witnessing the incredible skill of eagle hunters to participating in the daily lives of nomadic herders, these experiences provide a profound understanding of the enduring Mongolian way of life.

Introducing the Mongolia Altai Mountain Tour

For those drawn to the call of the mountains, the Mongolia Altai Mountain Tour offers an unforgettable adventure. The Altai Mountains, a majestic range stretching across the western part of Mongolia, are known for their rugged beauty and the diverse ecosystems they encompass. This tour is a dream come true for hikers, nature lovers, and photographers alike, offering breathtaking landscapes from glacial peaks to rich, verdant valleys teeming with wildlife.

Adventures in the Altai Mountains

The Mongolia Altai Mountain Tour is more than just a trek; it is an expedition into the heart of Mongolia’s wilderness. Participants get the chance to traverse remote paths, camp under the stars, and observe rare wildlife species in their natural habitats. The physical challenge of hiking through the Altai is rewarded with panoramic views and the serenity of untouched nature. This tour not only challenges the body but also enriches the soul, offering deep, reflective experiences amidst some of the most spectacular scenery on the planet.

Connecting with Mongolia's Landscape and Legacy

Both the Mongolia Tour Packages and the Mongolia Altai Mountain Tour offer gateways to understanding Mongolia’s complex tapestry of history, culture, and natural beauty. These tours provide a broad spectrum of experiences that highlight both the ancient traditions and the majestic landscapes of Mongolia. They invite travelers to not just see Mongolia but to engage with it, offering deeper insights and lasting memories.

Conclusion

Mongolia is a land of diversity and contrasts, where ancient traditions meet breathtaking landscapes. Whether it’s through the expansive Mongolia Tour Packages or the focused Mongolia Altai Mountain Tour, there are endless opportunities to explore and connect with this unique country. For those ready to embark on a journey of discovery, further details and booking information can be found at westernaltai.com, your guide to the wonders of Mongolia.

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Discover Mongolia: An Intimate Journey Through the Enthralling City of Altai

Mongolia, the land of blue skies, is a majestic realm filled with uncharted frontiers, untamed landscapes, and the treasures of rich culture and history. Among its many hidden jewels, the city of Altai gleams with a charm that's unique, rare, and captivating. Let’s dive deep into the world of Altai city tourism and discover the marvels it holds.

A Glimpse of Altai City: Where Culture Meets Adventure

Tranquilly perched amidst the expansive Mongolian steppes, Altai city serves as a portal to a world that’s far removed from the ordinary. This indigenous city blends the vibrancy of culture, the intrigue of history, and the allure of nature in a single tapestry, offering a wealth of experiences that range from tranquil to thrilling.

Embarking on Adventure: Things to do in Altai City, Mongolia

In Altai, each day unfurls a new adventure. Start your day with a breathtaking view of snow-capped mountains from your hotel room. Go horseback riding through the beautiful landscapes or trailblaze your way to thundering waterfalls. Maybe even set up camp under a captivating starlit sky. The abundant outdoor activities in Altai, Mongolia, are sure to satiate your wanderlust. Experience the Thrill of Altai Adventure Sports Altai city is a haven for adventure sports. From trekking through beautiful terrains, camping under the clear skies, paragliding over the stunning landscapes to horse riding through its vast plains - the city offers plenty of ways to feel the rush of adrenaline. Altai is a must-visit for every adventure enthusiast out there.

Time Travel in Altai: Dive into the Colorful History and Culture

Altai is a living testament to Mongolia’s rich history that stretches back over millennia. The city's vibrant markets whisper tales of its glory days as a part of the Silk Road. Its local museums are treasure troves of artifacts, offering glimpses into an era when Altai was a cultural and trading hub.

Food for the Soul: Taste the Authentic Cuisine of Altai City, Mongolia

Every corner of Altai city is filled with the delightful aroma of local cuisine that's unique, traditional, and mouthwatering. Try the local favorite Khuushuur - a delicious meat-filled pastry, or sample the hearty Guriltai Shul - a delectable noodle soup - at one of the many local restaurants. The gastronomic journey is an integral part of the Altai city Mongolia experience.

Key Takeaways for the Enthusiastic Traveler

Altai city, Mongolia offers a myriad of experiences that cater to all kinds of travelers. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a culture vulture, or an adventure junkie, Altai promises to be a thrilling chapter in your travelogue. Here are a few key points to remember: - Best time to visit: The weather in Altai city, Mongolia is best for outdoor activities between May and September. - Shopping: The vibrant markets of Altai city are a shopper's paradise, offering locally made artifacts and souvenirs. - Festivals: Altai city, Mongolia festivals are a riot of colors, music, and dance that showcase the rich cultural heritage. Make sure to check the dates and plan your visit accordingly. - Travel Guide: For detailed information like 'Altai city Mongolia map', 'Hotels in Altai City Mongolia', 'Altai City Mongolia Flights', and 'Altai city Mongolia travel packages', refer to trusted travel guides or contact local travel agencies. So, when are you packing your bags for the mesmerizing city of Altai, Mongolia? Note: This article is based on the author's personal exploration and experiences. For more specific information, kindly refer to reliable travel sources or contact travel agencies. Read the full article

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This Is Why Mongolia Travel Package Is So Famous Mongolia travel package gives you attractive combined adventure in Western Mongolia, in Altai Tavan Bogd National Park among the snow-capped peaks of the High Altai Mountains, one of the longest mountain chains in Central Asia. we camp by alpine lakes, hike to glaciers, explore ancient burial mounds and petroglyphs that are haunting testaments to Mongolia’s shamanic traditions, and experience a pristine mountain world where Kazakh nomads still hunt with golden eagles. For more information visit our website www.backtobektravel.com.

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Gobi tour operators are known for reliable services. People can trust the gobi tour operator for top services in Mongolia. You can expect outstanding nature beauty tours and adventurous experiences in the Mongolia state.

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There are two kinds of people in this world- Those who furnish, and those who decorate. Step into textile designer Sean McNanney’s railroad rooms apt. in Brooklyn, New York. It’s like stepping into a genie’s lamp. 

The first room is a yellow living room. “Turner Yellow” was the perfect paint choice to backdrop Sean’s ephemera in the living area, a kaleidoscope of international textiles and textures.

The bed is in the small pass-through. 

The kitchen doors are lovely colored and frosted glass. 

The kitchen is the most amazing room. It feels as if you’ve travelled to a turn-of-the-century salon, or a runaway car of the Orient Express.

He wanted to create something unique and different. Like in his shop, he wants it to feel like you’ve been transported to a shop in Paris or old New York, not in a kitschy way, but in a refreshing and familiar way. It needed to feel like coming home.

Sean buys these crackers in Chinatown for the tin, because he loves the old fashioned packaging.

“Flea markets are a huge source of inspiration,” he says, “all over the world – from what’s left of them here in New York, to Paris, Istanbul and Mongolia.”

On creating the illusion of space in a small apartment, Sean suggests “[buying] one large statement piece – one that is functional and beautiful – and then [using] smaller pieces throughout the room.

Also, Sean says don’t forget to check the Wild Wild West of shopping: The Internet!, Auctions, Craigslist, and Facebook Marketplace are great sources that Sean stands by.

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Magnificent Mongolia – The Yellow Road Way

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Pollution:                                                               Pollution is defined as the harmful material in the environment is also know as            pollution.                                                                                                                                                                  Types:                                                                    1)Noise pollution.

2)Water pollution.

3)Air pollution

4)Light pollution.

Pollution for kids:

When some dangerous chemicals and smoke are release in the environment in very large amount then it makes harmful for all the living things.

Invention of pollution:

The Quelccaya core first recorded evidence of pollution in the form of bismuth in Inca metallurgy around 1480, which may have been released into the atmosphere during the manufacture of bismuth bronze, an alloy recovered from the Inca castle of Machu Picchu.

Biggest source of pollution:

The main or biggest source of pollution in all over the world factories,transports,electricity etc….When they all the dangerous chemicals release in the environment they makes pollution.

How pollution cause:

Pollution is caused by solid or liquid particles.They both particles in air are comes from the transports and the fire in the forest.

Water pollution:

It is define as the harmful substances or microorganism contaminated the water of river,lakes,this polluted water is very harmful for all living things.

Air pollution:

It is define as the mixture of both gase or solid in the air.Ozone is the major part of pollution in air in the cities.

Problems of pollution:

It is estimated that 3.7millions premature deaths all over the world.Pollution destroy crops.

Pollution change the climate:

The main cause of climate change in the environment is air pollution.Human activities like deforestation increases of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.This impact sea level around the world.

People die annually:

1)Air pollution kill 7million people every year.

2)Water can cause many disease like typhoid fever and cholera.

3)Contaminated water can cause 485000 deaths every year.

Plastic pollution:

Plastic pollution including many single use plastic like bags and food packaging in the ocean.

In 1907 invention of bakelite revolution in material by introducing synthetic plastic into the world.In the end of 2o century plastic had been found to be polluters of many environmental problems.

Pollution is a problem:

The highest problem that the world facing today is the environmental pollution.Which is causing irreparable damage to the natural world and the society of the humans about fourty percent of death worldwide.

Highest pollutions countries:

1)Bangladesh.

2)Pakistan.

3)India.

4)Mongolia.

5)Afghanistan.

6)Oman.

7)Qatar.

8)Kyrgyzstan.

Respiratory disease:

Inhaling air pollutants can irritate the respiratory tract and cause shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing, asthma attacks, and chest pain. Exposure to air pollution puts you at risk for lung cancer, heart attack, stroke,and in extreme cases, premature death.

Country has no pollution:

SWEDEN, The least polluted country is Sweden, with a total score of 2.8/10. Carbon dioxide emissions are 3.83 tons per capita per year.

Dirtiest country:

Bangladesh is the most dirtiest country in the world.Dhaka is also one of the most densely populated cities in the world, with an estimated population of over 8 million.

Pollution on earth:

Ground-level ozone will reduce the yields of commercial crops and forests, reduce the growth and survival of tree seedlings, and increase the susceptibility of plants to diseases, pests, and other environmental pressures.

Health effects:

When air pollution accumulates in the air in a high enough concentration, it can cause us harm.

Millions of Americans live in areas with urban smog, particulate pollution and toxic substances

Pollutants can cause serious health problems. People exposed to high enough levels

Certain air pollutants may experience:

1) Irritation of eyes, nose and throat.

2) Exacerbation of existing lung and heart.problems, such as asthma.

3) Increased risk of heart attack.

Ozone depletion:

Ozone is a gas that exists on the ground and on the earth.

The upper atmosphere is called the stratosphere.It will endanger human health. However, in the stratosphere, ozone forms a layer of protection

Life on earth comes from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV). But this "good" ozone is

Man-made chemicals called ozone depletion are gradually destroyed

Substances include chlorofluorocarbons, hydrochlorofluorocarbons and halons.

These substances have been used before, sometimes still used as refrigerants,

Foaming agents, fire extinguishing agents, solvents, pesticides and aerosol propellants.

The thinning of the protective ozone layer causes more UV radiation

Reaching the earth, this could lead to more skin cancers, cataracts and worsening cases

immune system.

Acid rain:

These substances can rise to very high atmospheres, where they mix and react with water, oxygen, and other chemicals to form more acidic pollutants called acid rain.Acid rain can damage the trees or makes the water contaminated and the living things in the water is died because this dirty water is not the suitable place for under water living things.

Stop acid rain:

We stop acid rain to not drive the bad engine cars and can not cut the trees.

Ways to reduce pollution:

1)Use public transportation.

2)Turn off lights when not in use.

3)Recycling and reuse.

4)There is no plastic bag.

5)Reduce forest fires and smoking.

6)Use fans instead of air conditioners.

7)Use a filter in the fireplace.

Planting trees:

There is no need to do everything possible to carry out reforestation campaigns and tree planting campaigns. All you need to do is fight laziness and plant trees in your own home, and encourage your friends and family to do the same. Plant trees at a convenient time and place to increase oxygen in the environment and reduce carbon dioxide, ultimately reducing pollution.

Environmental impact:

1)Use energy more efficiently. Producing electricity and natural gas and transporting them to your doorstep can generate greenhouse gas emissions.

2)Install renewable energy.

conserve water.

3)Reduce recycling and reuse.

4)Travel less.

5)Consider shopping nearby.

6)Transport goods more efficiently.

Major environmental problem:

1)Pollution.

2)global warming.

4)Overpopulation.

5)Garbage dump.

6)Ocean acidification.

7)Loss of biodiversity.

8)Deforestation.

9)Deplete the ozone layer.

Use your feet take to street:

Walking, cycling, bus, subway, tram, boat, unicycle... I like to travel, park my car at home.and go out. In addition to reducing the amount of pollution you generate, you can also do some exercise, check out the new deli you plan to visit, and even catch up with friends on the way home.Mostly the vehicles can make pollution so we choose to walk first.                                                                For reading more articles visit:Pollution

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Mongolia Tourist Destinations

Mongolia is a landlocked nation that lies in the northern region of China. It shares its borders with Kazakhstan, Russia, China, and North Korea. Mongolia has one of the richest deposits of gold and other precious stones. As such, this country is quite popular for its vast deposits of such precious resources. Plan your trip to Mongolia destinations with MIAT airlines flight tickets online with low cost airlines.

Travel Guide and Tourist Destinations

 Top 10 tourist attractions in Mongolia:

Hogno Haan Uul, the Hogno Haan Uul Valley, the Ovgon-Khiyd along with other parts of the Mongols' lands, the Tovar River, the Selenge River, the Munkhala River, the Chystum Lake, the Selenge River, the Yalatsupu River, the Tovar River and the Mongols' capital city of Ulaanbaan. 

Things To Do in Mongolia:

Visit travelers' reviews and photographs of all the Mongolia tourist attractions and visit the state museum and the anthropological museum. The most important architectural site in Ulaanbaatar is the UNESCO world heritage site, the Hogno Haan Uul. There are other interesting tourist destinations in the region.

A tourist guide is a good way to explore Mongolia.

It can give an informative overview of the most visited destinations, train stations, mountain villages, and sightseeing spots. The guide is available online for Mongolia and its surrounding areas and can be hired or bought. Mongolia tour packages include accommodation, travel, car hire, meals, and excursions. A tourist package can be purchased for an affordable price, covering all the aspects a tourist may need for his stay.

Ulaanbaatar

One of the key tourist destinations, Ulaanbaatar, which is also known as the "Red Earth." This city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has been home to the last two kings. One of the sights one should see in this city is the nine red terracotta warriors statues. Other tourist destinations include the Zunn Turuun Spa, Tambola Lake, the southern most Samtsek Khoshoo Valley, the Ovgon Lake, the Southern Beaches and the Khovsgol.

 The capital city of Ulaanbaatar features a picturesque of the old town and several monuments. This city offers exciting nightlife and a wide variety of accommodations. There are plenty of shopping malls and modern restaurants where one can enjoy great food and drink. The main Riverside park, the Samtsevhire, offers a wide variety of recreational activities.

To sum up

Mongolia tourist destinations are varied and interesting. One can enjoy the fresh air, the beautiful scenery, the unique culture, and the wildlife at the national parks. You may also enjoy good trekking at the various inaccessible places. The Buddhist monasteries are also a worth visit attraction. One can also go for whale watching at the sea coasts. One can take a camel safari to the peninsular of Mongolia, which offers an opportunity to enjoy the nomadic culture of the Mongols.

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With regards to the area, the Turkish race at first got comfortable in western present-day Turkey, where they proceeded to live under the name Selcuk Beylics. The Osmanoullar people group was laid out in the district where Bursa was the capital, some 4-5 hours' drive from Istanbul today, because of the division of Selçuk Beylics into a few gatherings over the long run. They moved the capital from Bursa to Istanbul in later years. They survived the brilliant times when their boundaries extended across huge periods. They in the long run arrived at a place of stagnation and disintegration and gave the verifiable reins over to the Cutting edge Turkish Republic.

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Types of Cultural Dissemination for Laymen

If you won’t bother reading the profile, and the previous posts, I’m going to introduce myself again. I’m an anthropology major, and short of Calc I for my degree. (which I’m miserably failing and I don’t need). For my BA I focused mainly on systems (racism, sexism, etc), but my true interest is in media exchange with systems. i.e. trade of things like movies, books, and seeing how they are interpreted in the country of origin v. internationally and how they might be reinterpreted, etc with a focus on say... gay people. So say, how Sailor Moon views gay couples and how they are represented versus how say, Sailor Neptune and Sailor Uranus were made cousins for the sub and why that might have changed for the DVDs. No one was interested in something like this though, since we’re still stuck with Eurocentricism, even though I did a paper for my high school’s senior thesis back in 1999. (It’s been a long road) As such, I know the internet loves, loves to confuse cultural dissemination terms up, and make it super simple, but it isn’t. And last round of me doing this essay had it stolen, so, in respect to that, I’m going to be giving my profs credit for their ideas, so if it does get stolen (again), at least SOMEONE will get credit. (maybe, hopefully). So I tip my hat off to:

 Wendy Fonarow for the basic analogy of the house for imperialism. 

Also Eric Johnston for the physical Anthropology parts of the article. 

Lilith Mahmud for having an awesome class on systems and power struggles.

 Jerry Won Lee for being really good at talking about Korean history and its relations with the US. 

Eleana Kim for doing studies on Korean adoptees and economics of that. 

And James Egan for teaching about Economics and various types of reciprocity and exchanges. (He’d also credit Marcel Mauss’s work on reciprocity.)

I ask, if you don’t credit me for this, you at least keep in their credits. Though it’s pretty much a terrible move to appropriate an essay on the subject of appropriation in the first place. Also, any mistakes made aren’t their fault since I compiled this myself. I apologize to them ahead of time if this is the case. But please please keep the credits. If this essay is so good, to be stolen, at least have respect for them.

Basic terms:

Cultural Dissemination is the spreading of culture to one place to another either by mutual, imposed or invited consent.

There is an essay (which I know my professors would chase me after to cite... but I disagree) about how Nationhood is more recent, so ideas of “imperialism” and “appropriation” are more problematic for time periods roughly before the 1400′s (probably a mistake on the dates). But I’m still a bit skeptical about it being so widely accepted since there’s historical evidence for the idea of sacrificing yourself to the state going way back in human history (They would point to the rise of agriculture, mainly) and the essay is widely Eurocentric with no one questioning this fact. So while we don’t have specific dates for the following things, I’m going to probably simplify it in ways my professors are going to hate me for and mark me down for. But then this isn’t a paper for them. Types of Cultural Dissemination

Cultural Exchange- basically, this is your trade. Someone comes up with a cultural good, you share it with them, and you think it’s a great idea, so take it back and keep it as it is and then give them something in return. Trade, BTW, goes back to Homo Erectus, so humans didn’t invent it. There is evidence in a Chinese cave of rocks from Africa (yes, I know that Africa isn’t a country, but it also got sliced and diced to smithereens, so in respect to that, that’s why I say Africa, the continent) that must have followed a trade route. Granted there is debate whether it was someone traveling from Africa specifically to that location or if it traveled more slowly by local trade. (Credit to Johnston for this). The idea that Homo sapiens sapiens invented trade, and specifically Europeans is pretty ridiculous. We’ve always traded from the beginning.

Cultural Adaptation (as a sub category of Exchange)- If something exchanged is adapted to the country in its own unique way because of exchange over a long period of time, that’s Cultural adaptation of the object. And no, I’m not saying cultures get “better” with this term. There is no such thing, they change, but the needs from that object when embedded into a culture might need to change. So chopsticks and how they are used is slightly different from China, Korea, Mongolia and Japan, so since they became a part of how to eat food, their design is different. (There are youtube videos on why, etc) Cultural Sharing or Cultural Invitation- is one way. (Cultural sharing is used more than cultural invitation, but I think Cultural invitation is more precise). I invite you to learn about how I do things and participate. Like learning how to make kimchi or soy sauce. But I also expect that once you have this knowledge, you won’t backstab me later after all of that emotional labor put in. Cultural Appreciation- Look, don’t touch. Basically the museum model. You don’t try to steal the painting off the wall and then take it home and claim you painted it. You look at how its curated and appreciate it for where it is (Yes, I know about museums appropriating objects... we’ll get there.)

Fetishization of a culture- Basically having a crush on a culture without understanding and accepting the downsides of the culture. Accepting means you can’t change what’s wrong, but can enable people within that culture to change it if they want to. (How to do charity is another essay, though). For example, K-drama fans who weren’t Korean were not appreciative of Greatest Marriage, the drama, because it showed the underbelly of Single Motherhood in Korean society and they rallied against it and judged Korea directly for it, rather than taking a balanced approach to it.

Cultural Appropriation

- Stealing. If people made the word stealing, I think they’d understand it better. There are three basic conditions for this and exacerbation points. It’s not clear cut in some cases. (I’ll get to those) BTW, some would also argue can’t exist before the nationstate... as I said I’m iffy on that considering the history of China which predates most of Europe.... but later.

The three main points are:

History of Imperialization (exacerbation of making it worse)

Mockery of cultural items (or history thereof)

Taking of Sacred objects without invitation of participation or any understanding.

Imperialism -

Basically forcing “help” along the way by imposing one’s culture on another with total disregard for what’s there. (for the context of this essay, though my professors would chase me for simplifying it this way.) Not sorry. Also argued, you need the nation state for this, but I have a whole other essay for why Europe tried to colonize and imperialize the world. Imperializing, though, initially profitable ran out of steam once they came to the Pacific, though no doubt they did a ton of destruction, including the US causing a nuclear disaster in the area. (The irony that the US dropped more nuclear bombs than anyone and has one of the largest programs, yet regulates others is an example of nationalism and imperialism all in one neat package). This one goes to Egan, BTW. People have meltdowns over these things and mix them up, but I put it in a simple way for you. All of these have basic forms of human rules worldwide of emotional intelligence, consent, boundaries, love and respect. What you are willing to share or not share and how, on an individual level should be understandable to everyone. Those rules might change per culture or individual, but it’s basic human intelligence to respect boundaries. And this type of intelligence is taught in kindergarten worldwide (and believe me I’ve watched a lot of those videos--most kindergartens teach emotional intelligence). Got it?

The idea that sharing, appreciation, appropriation, and adaptation are the exact same thing is ridiculous. So let’s get into why this is different since some people forgot their lessons from kindergarten. But let’s get to the next section. An Analogy to break it all down. The initial analogy handed to me was that often White Europeans would go to a different tribe and then try to get them to sell a different tribe’s lands. (Africa and North America and Australia and New Zealand apply here) which is like someone going to your neighbor’s house and offering a bunch of cash for your house, writing up a deed of sale, and then claiming that your house is there’s. This is Wendy Fonarow’s analogy.

What I did, since I got annoyed with how people couldn’t personalize it and thought that say killing 80,000 people isn’t as bad as someone they know dying, was when I was in a doctor’s office, think about how to break it down, since my analogy of the museums and paintings wasn’t working for a group I was talking to about appropriation, and how to extend that to a larger sample. I wrote that essay, posted it, it got stolen (the irony isn’t lost on me), but I’ve improve it since because I’m a fan of extended analogies. In the positive reciprocity model, as James Egan would put it, you give hoping for something close to an equal exchange. But often money is the cut off point for this. This is called “Balanced reciprocity”. (There is also generalized reciprocity and negative reciprocity).

So I’ll go over the set up for the balanced reciprocity models with two families for the terms except fetishization, appropriation and imperialism.

Say, Person X is invited to Person Y’s house. This would be sharing. They have dinner, there, they really like the food. If they look at the art and like it, then that’s appreciation. They looked, but didn’t touch it. Now, say, Person X invites Person Y to their house. They also serve them dinner, then that becomes an exchange. Person Y comes to admire a painting of theirs

Say Person X goes to build a family and Person Y does too. They become the best of friends, and over time, Person X is like, “You know what, I want to give you the painting you so like.” And then Person Y said, “And I’d like to give you the painting you so like.” So they trade the paintings and talk about their history and meaning to them. So for generations both families keep the paintings and keep in contact, but the paintings, as they do, get damaged beyond repair, and being sad, one of the family members tries to recreate the paintings, not as an exact replica, but more like a tribute to it with their own interpretations of what has happened so far. This becomes adaptation. So let’s go over the negative models in analogy. You have Person A, and they really, really think that Person B does not deserve the house they are living in. I mean, look at all that gold. And they’ve heard there is a fountain of youth inside. And they look dirty all the time. Plus they have a beautiful garden they want. Person A, then goes to Person C, Person B’s neighbor and says, “You know what, I’ll give you a bunch of goods and money to sell Person B out.”

Person C has always hated Person B, and Person A knows it, so Person C writes up a house sale slip, even though it’s fake. Person A, living in a different county currently is able to file the house sale. They break into the house, steal the food, wreck the garden, and say the upper floors are all for them. Person B finds out and is devastated, but can’t get the house sale overturned because they have no jurisdiction there. They work from home, but now Person A says they own their transportation too.

Person A starts telling them how terrible they really are. “You’re dirty, you’re angry, and you’re violent.” when Person A was the one that broke into person B’s house. What’s more, Person A moves their family in, who also trash the house and starts claiming that the alter that Person B set up was invented by them and they built it. Then claim all of the clothes are also theirs because they bought it with the house. Person B can’t get the law to kick these people out. How are they less than A? How are they violent? They try to resist, but get taunted and jeered at, but Person A’s family tells them, they can live in the basement--if they want.

Person B’s family has no recourse and no money to recover the house or move--besides, this house was in their family for generations--it means a ton to them. They remember when their great grandfather planted that apple tree which he brought to the property by a tiny sapling. They live in the basement, hoping things will change.

Things don’t change. Person A starts telling Person B’s family, they own the house, and another generation rolls by. Person B’s family is fighting for the house, but law enforcement is ignoring them.

Person A starts saying that the clothes that Person B owned were their invention. That they can do as they like, but Person B needs to adapt to Person A’s way of life, otherwise, they’ll cut off their food supply, and water to the basement, though Person B barely gets either of those. Person A’s family starts selling the unique designs of Person B’s home business and Person B finds out once again, they can’t sue, but they are upset about it. What’s more, they find out that the items from the alter are being sold. So far, it’s imperialism. So, say Person A’s family after generations goes, “You know what? Our bad. You’ll still have to live in the basement, but now we think we kinda like you enough to let you guys have jobs, even though you’re lazy all this time and we can’t understand why you couldn’t make any money.”

Someone from Person A’s family, let’s say Becky, thinks of the poor people living in the basement and starts calling them a great culture that people should appreciate. But when Person B’s family complains about the generational hate they received from Person A’s family and how much that hurt their present conditions because they don’t get heat in the basement, food or water, and they have to fight each other, Becky won’t hear about it. Becky cares more about what clothes are Person B’s family creating now that they can sell to her. She cares about more what types of entertainment they watch. She doesn’t want to hear about how they have barely any food or water and have to live by her family’s terms. Because her family is good and righteous and besides, it was her great grandfather that stole the house and where is Person A’s family supposed to live anyway? Back at Person A’s original house? Unthinkable. The old house didn’t have the garden, the clothes, or Person B’s established business. This is fetishization. If you have no interest in understanding why or who the people are in full breath and their joys and sorrows, it is a total misunderstanding of the culture. Basic rules of consent, boundaries, love and respect apply to large groups of people as it does to individuals. Also, punching people while telling them how great they are, is generally a terrible idea. The fancy jargon doesn’t change that. You don’t go and wreck people’s temples and think you’re a great person. You don’t steal their stuff. And you don’t buy their goods only and think you know everything about them. Anthropology teaches you to ask respectful questions and listen and dive deep. That’s respect. Something if you forgot, Mr. Rogers taught on his TV show. Where appropriation gets tricky

The easiest one is dread locks. The history of dread locks is that they started in Africa, traveled and were shared/traded with West Asians (Jews, for example,) then traveled to India. Some say they started in India. You can read the history here: http://ragingrootsstudio.com/the-history-of-dreadlocks/

So then it strongly got associated with black people, but really, it’s a giant circle. The problem lies in the face that white people (despite white people also wearing them in history) often call dreadlocks “dirty” and “unkempt”. (This is why I instill the rule of if you’re going to judge others, look at yourself first). So this is where it gets tricky... There is also sideways appropriation. Say when Koreans take reggae music, and then say they like it because they relate to the struggles of Jamaicans. (This one makes me squirm personally) Koreans have no understanding of the music dynamics of reggae music, how it relates to the culture, and are appropriating a struggle of slavery that isn’t theirs. At the same time as absorbing Hollywood movies which contain anti-blackness (like the N-word, gangs, etc). But technically, Korea has never imperialized Africa. (There is some history in Joseon and the earlier kingdoms where they cooperated, but you really have to dig to find it). For me, it makes me uneasy... but it’s this wobbly line since there are equally black people into K-pop music that have no intention of learning anything about the culture. (Two wrongs don’t make a right... but still iffy around the corners.)

Then there are the politics with diaspora with some countries too, where say, a Native Japanese says they are “real” Japanese and have NO problem with say a tea ceremony, (even if the details are done wrong), because the country is pushing towards tourism to generate profits, and then the diaspora saying “You’re backstabbing us because you don’t go through a third of the prejudice that we went through” (In this case the internment camps). Because people don’t all think the same. And if native Japanese saw the rise and fall of diaspora businesses, they probably wouldn’t be backstabbing about fetishization. (BTW, this also goes for Korea, which I’m pretty much railing against them trying to push tourism so much because I’ve seen the cost of cultural fads. Chinatowns are looking pretty nasty these days for a reason. And fetishization can easily turn to hate in the next breath and devastate economies.) And then someone say, writing a black person as a white person, which could go several ways. It could be brilliant because they did the research, figured out the boundaries and consent rules, or it could be say... Uncle Tom’s Cabin for the modern era. It’s OK for it to be iffy. Just sort it out. And most of the time it’s better to get an invitation and research and learn than it is to take and say you appreciate it. People want it to be black and white, especially with the European ideals of binary. But also examine and be uncomfortable with the grey’s too. Because everyone is on some kind of spectrum there aren’t clear cut answers the majority of the time. Celebrate that. (Except that the Earth is egg-shaped-ish and is rounder than a ping pong ball and you should always give credit where it is due, because the idea of copyright goes back to the time we were all foragers.)

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Ukok Plateau, Altai Mountains, Siberia, Russia . http://bit.ly/2vlYbnW . On December 5, 2018, NASA launched a 6,000-pound care package to the International Space Station aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft. The spacecraft orbited Earth until it reached the station three days later. As the oversized parcel headed toward the orbiting laboratory, it traveled over beautiful Earth landscapes—from scenic snowscapes to desolate deserts. . These images, taken by astronaut Alex Gerst (https://twitter.com/Astro_Alex/), show the Dragon capsule orbiting Earth on December 8, 2018. . The image shows the spacecraft passing over the remote and pristine Ukok Plateau, located in the Altai Mountains of southwestern Siberia, Russia. Four countries come together in this region: Russia, Kazakhstan, China, and Mongolia. The plateau, which is a UNSECO World Heritage Site, is home to the endangered snow leopard. . Text: https://go.nasa.gov/2oBC3TB Image: https://twitter.com/Astro_Alex/ . #earthimages #earthimage #upintheair #abovetheclouds #satelliteimage #satelliteimages #EarthOverhead #overview #overvieweffect #spacex #nasa #earthobservatory #siberia #russia #Kazakhstan #mongolia #AltaiMountains #UkokPlateau http://bit.ly/2FrlVN2

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3rd International Conference on Diabetes, Endocrinology and Obesity March 20-21, 2023 | Berlin, Germany

Dear Colleague,

Greetings of the day!

Hope you doing well.

We are organizing a conference “3rd International Conference on Diabetes, Endocrinology and Obesity” during March 20-21, 2023 at Berlin, Germany. Diabetes Meet 2023 will be organized to gather visionaries through the research talks and presentations and put forward many thought provoking strategies on Diabetes, Endocrinology and Obesity. The potential attendees are Physicians, Diabetes Professionals, Diabetologists, Endocrinologists, Gynecologist, Pharmacists, Occupational Therapists, Healthcare Faculty, Healthcare Researchers, Pharmaceutical Industries and Students who wants to travel.

For More Details: https://www.diabetesmeet.com/

The registration fee for attendees ranges from $499 (for students) to $699. We also provide accommodation in the conference venue hotel for discounted prices.

Your job is to contact your clients from Medical and Pharma sectors and motivate them to attend the conference. We will quote a price for the total number of attendees, which is usually 25% less than the total registration amount.

The same structure is applicable for accommodation fee also.

You may include our conference in the holiday packages you offer to your clients and you may quote your own price for your clients. But you will be paying us only the 75% of conference registration fee for each attendee.

Let me know if you need any clarification, so that we can discuss further.

I assure you, I can give you the best quotation with more complimentary benefits at Berlin, Germany along with your team accommodation. 

Hope to see your response at the earliest.

Awaiting for your positive response 

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