![]() That’s when the first coffee shop, the Mellow Yellow, opened up. Often, when people think of being free to enjoy their cannabis abroad, one of the first places that comes to mind is Amsterdam.Ĭannabis has been enjoyed at coffee shops in Amsterdam since 1972. To help you out, we’ve compiled a list of countries where it might be safe to do so. ![]() ![]() And in some countries, even though it has not been made legal – society has kind of accepted its use to the point where it is tolerated.īut before you adventure to light up abroad, you must be sure it is okay to do so. Instead of risking arrest, why not travel to a cannabis friendly state or country where you can leave your stash at home and just pick up a new supply once you arrive? Cannabis Friendly NationsĪlthough many countries still prohibit the use and possession of cannabis, there are many countries around the world that have either decriminalized or legalized it. You only have to look at what happened to Brittney Griner in Russia to understand what can occur when traveling to nations that are not cannabis friendly. ![]() This is especially true when traveling abroad. This is why it is best to leave your cannabis at home when traveling out of state. So, even if you live in a state where cannabis has been legalized and are traveling to another state where it is also legal, it is still illegal to travel with cannabis on a plane, since air travel in the U.S is regulated by Federal laws and Federal agencies like the TSA. Although cannabis has been legalized for both medical and recreational use in many states, outdated Federal laws still classify marijuana as Schedule I drug. We only have to look at the United States for an example of this. To say the legal status of cannabis around the world is complicated would be an understatement. Learn about: Landrace Strains of Cannabis. As a result, they’ve developed unique genetics, flavors, aromas, appearances, and effects. These strains have adapted to the climate and growing conditions to the part of the word they’re indigenous to. What is a Landrace Strain?Ī landrace strain of cannabis is a strain that has thrived in a certain region for centuries. Read: Why Most Strains are Actually Hybrids. Once breeders got a hold of these seeds they went to work creating many of the hybrid strains we enjoy today. The trail, also known as the “Hashish” trail, started in western Europe and made its way through Turkey, Iran, and the mountainous region that borders Afghanistan, Nepal, China, Pakistan, and India.Īs travelers enjoyed strains of cannabis along the way, they collected seeds of their favorite landrace strains and brought them home. Learn more about – Hemp vs Cannabis: What is the Difference? How the Hippie Trail Helped Spread Premium Cannabis Geneticsīack in the 1960s and 70s, travelers along the “Hippie Trail”, enjoyed various landrace strains that were indigenous to different areas along the trail. It wasn’t until around 1753 that the scientific term of cannabis was used to describe the hemp plant in the US. You see, back then there was no distinction between hemp and cannabis. It’s also believed the first draft of the Declaration of Independence was written on hemp paper. Benjamin Franklin owned one of the first paper mills that processed hemp into parchment. George Washington grew hemp at his Mount Vernon estate. And he was not the only Founding Father to have an appreciation for hemp/cannabis. One well-known American who is said to have brought hemp seeds home after a trip to Asia was Thomas Jefferson. 2Īlthough the history of cannabis as medicine, food, and fiber for textiles goes back thousands of years, a little over a hundred years ago cannabis was villainized and made illegal.įortunately, we have some brave souls to thank who didn’t worry about the legality of this wonderful plant and helped spread the unique genetics of Asian landrace strains around the world. In 1550 BC, an Egyptian medical papyrus of herbal knowledge noted that medical cannabis could be effective in treating inflammation – among a wide range of other things. 2īetween 2,000 and 1,000 BC, Hindu religious texts described cannabis as a “source of happiness” and a “joy giver”. One of the earliest documented uses of marijuana as medicine goes back to 2,737 BC when Emperor Shen-Nung of China recognized its healing potential for more than 100 different ailments. There seems to be a consensus that cannabis was first domesticated in Asia about 10,000 years ago (8,000 BCE).
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