The article details the author's personal experience visiting Tana Toraja in Indonesia, where they witnessed the region's unique funeral practices. The Torajan people are known for their elaborate funeral ceremonies, which include sacrificing animals, burying the dead in stone graves high on cliffs, and periodically exhuming and redressing mummified bodies. The author attended a four-day funeral, observing the rituals and the community's respect for the deceased. They also visited a livestock market, where animals are sold for sacrifice, and explored the local market. The author describes the cultural significance of the funeral practices, the construction of temporary bamboo housing for funeral attendees, and the process of gifting livestock. They also provide insights into the Torajan belief system, which views death as part of life's cycle. The article concludes with an appreciation for the Torajan approach to death and an invitation for readers to visit and experience the culture firsthand.

The article is a personal account of the author's camel trekking experience in Mauritania. The author describes the challenging journey to a nomad camp in the Sahara Desert, including the difficulties of riding and walking alongside camels, and the cultural interactions with the nomad family. The trek was physically demanding, and the author had to deal with a non-communicative guide and the discomforts of desert travel. Despite the hardships, the author reflects on the trek as an accomplishment and a valuable experience, although not necessarily enjoyable at the time. The article concludes with advice for others considering a similar trek, suggesting opting for a shorter route unless they have a strong desire to experience a night in the desert.

The article is a travelogue detailing the author's experiences in Mauritania, a country on the western coast of Africa. The author discusses the initial uncertainty and guardedness of the locals towards foreigners, attributed to a language barrier and unfamiliarity with tourists. The article provides practical information about traveling in Mauritania, including visa-on-arrival procedures, navigating through immigration and customs, and transportation challenges. The capital, Nouakchott, is described as a city with a mix of modern roads and sandy streets. The author also covers the environmental issue of shipwrecks in Nouadhibou, which were a result of corrupt practices but are now being cleaned up. The article touches on security measures in the country, such as military checkpoints, and the use of 'fiches' to expedite the process. The narrative concludes with the author's visit to shipwrecks and plans to explore more of Mauritania's desert regions.