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Libya's Rich Legacy

A year after Libya's revolution and the death of leader Moammar Gadhafi the country is still struggling in its transition to a democratic and just society. Remembering cultural traditions may help the process. Impressions by Gaia Anderson and Sabine Hartert

Olive trees have been cultivated in North Africa for thousands of years. The oil produced from its pressed fruits is still the main ingredient for Libyan dishes. Traditionally, olive oil was also used for its healing and restorative properties and to keep oil lamps alight.
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"This Place": photos of Israel and the West Bank

With his photo project "This Place", Frederic Brenner sought to provide a different insight into Israel and the West Bank. As part of the project, 12 international photographers present landscape and portrait photos that aim to contribute to the observer's understanding of the conflict region. The exhibition runs at the Dox Center for Contemporary Art in Prague until 3 March 2015. By Felix Koltermann