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A Guide to Ethical Shopping in Thimpu Handicraft Market
The Thimphu Handicraft Market stands out for its display of Bhutan’s artistic traditions. Unlike other touristic markets in other countries, it offers handmade items crafted by local artisans. You’ll find intricately woven textiles, Thangka paintings, wooden carvings, and unique souvenirs.
Cleaning Himalayas and post covid-19 travel FEAT Avinash Pratap Singh
Aviniash leads cleanup missions in Himalayas as a part of the organization Waste Warriors. He shares about his journey and importance of keeping tihs part of the country clean.
7: Bhavita Modi on Preserving Indian Handlooms
Ethical handloom shopping in India is a challenge because middlemen take a major chunk of the profit. India this episode, we discuss how to resolve this and make sure that the artisans are benefiting from what they are creating.