Whether it’s the culinary joy of a steaming pot of Moroccan tagine, a boat ride along the holy Ganges river in Varanasi or watching the Massai dance and jump almost a foot off the ground, the world has much to offer to a culture loving traveller. People, customs, and traditions add some much more richness to anyone’s travel experience.
Here is a list of some of our favorite culturally rich cities and countries that offer rich, meaningful and diverse cultural experiences.
#1 Morocco
Double humpback camels, vast expanse of the Sahara Desert and all the beauty of Morocco make it one of the culturally rich places on our list. So much color, life and history even beyond the souks in the cities.
#2 Varanasi
Nothing quite prepares you for an onset of all the heightened sense when you first see the holy river Ganges and all the devotees who travel far and wide to just come an take a dip in the holy waters. Faith is a powerful motivator and seeing and hearing stories from these travelers makes it an unforgettable trip in terms of culture, heritage and traditions of a country of over 1 Billion people – India!
#3 Peru
Nothing quite prepares you for the breathtaking views of Machu Pichu when you first get a glimpse of the lost city. You are almost immediately transported mentally to life during the culturally rich Inca civilization. Best part is that Peru still maintains so many culturally traditions even today.
#4 New Zealand
Maybe culture is not the first thing you think of for New Zealand. But the Maori are one of the most culturally rich communities still practicing their traditions even today.
#5 Mongolia
Probably one of the last frontier known for its culture, dramatic landscapes and nomadic tribes who still live like they used to many centuries ago – in yurt like ghers that even we tourists can visit.
#6 Kenya
Nothing compares to the thrill of going on safari. But Kenya is so much more than just a place to see the big 5. The Massai with their culture and traditions still maintain such a strong connection to the land and the animals that you cannot help but fall in love with this beautiful country.
We have created a downloadable PDF that showcases details on each of these countries/cities – about their culture, what makes them unique, and what are some of the best experiences to be had in each of these regions.
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