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KSA’s remotest village
Saudi Arabia’s most remote village, known as Thabhloten, is considered the largest sand basin in the world, characterized by towering sand dunes on all sides, rich natural resources, and lakes in the middle. Part of Al-Ahsa governorate in the Eastern Province, Thabhloten is over 1,500 km from Riyadh and 1,200 km from Al-Ahsa.
Ube
For centuries, ube has been part of the Filipino table as a main component of celebratory dishes and special-occasion treats. Often confused with the taro root, it is an indigenous staple of the Philippines that has a mellow, sweet and earthy flavor, as well as a striking hue. The root vegetable often used in desserts also conveys certain parts of Philippine culture.
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