Mosaic walking tour – Bishkek
An exploration of Bishkek’s Soviet-era mosaics, examining street art, ideology, artistic constraints, materials, symbolism, and what these works reveal about everyday life.
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Interhelpo and the making of industrial Bishkek – walking tour
When I was in Kyrgyzstan 2 years ago, I really wanted to participate in the walking tours offered by Bishkek Walks. Dennis from Walking Almaty (the Green Bazaar and Golden Quarter tours are two of the best walking tours I’ve ever done) recommended them to me, but unfortunately I did not have enough time, given…
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Nuuk Multi Kulti Festival 2019
Greenland’s capital, Nuuk, has many festivals that are spaced throughout the year. One of the key events during Winter is Nuuk Multi Kulti – a 4 day celebration of cultural diversity in this small and remote city. During my 2 months in Nuuk, I’d met people from Greenland and Denmark (OK, no surprises there), Mexico,…
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Nuuk Snow Festival – 2019
After an 11 year hiatus, the Nuuk Snow Festival was back in 2019. I was lucky enough to be in town to enjoy this snow sculpting showcase by both local and international teams. It was -25 degrees Celsius with the wind chill. Perfect conditions for polar bears and to prevent snow from melting, but positively…
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Sermitsiaq from half-way up Lille Malene
“I think I’ll hike up Lille Malene to catch the sunset. Want to join?” How could I say “no” to that invite from my friend Lasse. It had been a glorious day, and even though I was still very much in the grip of a mystery illness I’d bought with me from Australia, off I…
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Hinnarik Kammanilu – Greenlandic music
“Hinnarik Kammanilu” are the most popular children’s performers in Greenland. Celebrating their 15th anniversary this year, it shows that buck teeth, a melodica (one of those small keyboards you play with your mouth), an acoustic guitar, and fun songs specifically written for children will forever make you a hit with the kids. In Australia, we…
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Greenlandic Music – Ole Kristiansen at Katuaq Cultural Centre
Greenlandic music is some of the best music you’ve never heard of. There is a surprising number of amazing musicians in Greenland, and Ole Kristiansen – a favourite amongst locals – has been around for years. What better way to experience his music for the first time than at the Katuaq Cultural Centre in Nuuk….
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Sarfalik Restaurant Tasting Menu – Nuuk
The Tasting Menu at Sarfalik Restaurant in Nuuk offers a fine-dining experience that allows you to enjoy a wide variety of Greenlandic produce in the one sitting. Professional chefs take the abundances of the season and prepare innovative dishes using a variety of modern techniques for a truly unique taste of Greenland. In the 2.5…
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Australian victory in Greenland’s Arctic Circle Race
The Australian National Anthem playing in Greenland. Wait, what?! Yes. Much to everyone’s surprise, Phillip Bellingham (a fellow Aussie from Victoria) beat local legend Martin Møller to the finish line of the 2019 Arctic Circle Race by a mere 3 minutes and 18 seconds. This 160km, 3-day event near Sisimiut is widely renowned as the…
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Greenlandic Beer Tasting at Godthaab Bryghus
Yes, there is such a thing as Greenlandic Beer. Godthaab Bryghus is the largest brewery in Greenland and it is possible to do a tour of their facility if you are visiting Nuuk. Even if you are not a beer drinker, it is a fascinating insight into the logistics and workings of a small brewery…
