Cuba and the origin of its name
Where does the name of Cuba come from? What is the origin of its name? This is the question that we are going to try to solve in this post.
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Works of the master Alejandro Obregón
The Hispanic-Colombian Alejandro Obregón is considered one of the great Hispanic-American painters of the XNUMXth century.
The economic development of Norway
We explain the reasons for the economic development of Norway, currently one of the richest countries in the world.
The theater in Egypt
Culture in this ancient and fascinating country has many other expressions beyond the pyramids. One of them is the theater in Egypt.
The 10 richest people in New York
Today we are going to review the list of the 10 richest people in New York, in which we are going to find more than one well-known name.
The perfect body, Beauty in Classical Greece
Beauty and the perfect body in Classical Greece. Are they the same canons that we have today?
How to dress in Switzerland?
How to dress in Switzerland is an easy-to-answer question. Fashion is common to all of Europe. What is unique is his typical costume.
Requirements for getting married in Norway
We review the legal and bureaucratic aspects required to get married in Norway as well as some of the traditions linked to this holiday.
The tradition of piercings in India
India is a country where piercings are most showcased as a tradition. Do you know the origin and meaning of this practice? We will tell you!
The life of men in Sparta
The Spartans were the great warriors of ancient Greece, but what was Sparta like, what was its society, its women, its customs like?
La Pasquetta, the extra day for Italians at Easter
In Italy, the Monday that follows Easter Sunday is known as La Pasquetta, that is, "the little Easter."
Mother's Day in Canada
Mother's Day in Canada is a very popular and beloved holiday, second only to Christmas in importance and follow-up.
What are the Hamptons in the United States
The Hamptons in the United States are a series of small villages and towns located on the eastern tip of Long Island.
Japan, the least polluting country in the world
Japan is the least polluting country in the world, which has resulted in a higher quality of life and a higher life expectancy.
Ancient Egyptian Coins
The mints of coins of Ancient Egypt are relatively recent, since they only appear in the last stage, that of Ptolemaic Egypt.
Chinese woman customs
Despite the progress made in recent decades, Chinese women continue to be in a certain position of inferiority to men.
Cordoba Hotels prepare New Year's Eve
The high-end hotels of the Cordovan capital are preparing the New Year's Eve celebration with a series of ...
Differences between Chinese and Japanese girls
Do you know what are the main differences between Chinese and Japanese girls? here we explain how feminine culture works in China and Japan
Cuban clothing, clothing in Cuba
Discover what is the typical Cuban costume for men, women and at different times of the year. What Cuban clothes do Cubans wear in their day to day?
Customs and traditions of Swedish society
The customs and traditions in Sweden are very different from ours, we show you all the secrets of the protocol and ways of the Swedes
Roots of Irish surnames
We explain the roots and beginnings of Irish surnames and what are the most used names and surnames in Ireland
Indian clothing
When to wear a saree? What region is each typical Indian clothing from? We reveal all the secrets of Indian clothing and Hindu dresses.
Day of the Dead: mischief and wit in 20 popular sayings
We bring you 20 popular sayings ideal for the Day of the Dead, a very important holiday in Mexico that is celebrated on November 1.
14 things that cannot be done in Cuba
With this list you will know the most curious prohibitions of Cuba. Did you know that in Cuba you need a special permit to kill a cow that you own?
Legalization of prostitution in the Netherlands, that's the way it is
Prostitution was legalized in the Netherlands on October 1, 2000 when the ban on brothels since 1911 was lifted.
Energy sources in Venezuela
Venezuela is a country rich in renewable energies such as windmills or solar panels, but it is also rich in non-renewable energies.
Organic agriculture in the Netherlands a booming sector
Organic farming in the Netherlands is of excellent product quality, good value for money and logistics planning and reliability.
Religion and the Greek gods
Poseidon, brother of Zeus, takes care not only of the sea, but also of earthquakes and horses. Qualified…
The best areas and neighborhoods for gays and lesbians in Amsterdam
The areas around Zeedijk are one of the most popular attractions in Amsterdam thanks to its many shops and ...
Holland, pioneer society in homoparental adoption
The Netherlands is a pioneer when it comes to granting the right of adoption to homosexuals, in April 2001 the law came into force, a model for other countries.
The political system of Greece
The Hellenic Republic has an area of 132.000 square kilometers. The sea is very present in Greece and the coasts ...
Plastic surgery is a boom in China
China follows Japan and South Korea in fashion for westernizing plastic surgeries
Venezuelan traditional music
We explore the secrets of the most traditional Venezuelan music and the most typical Venezuelan instruments. DO NOT MISS the songs of Venezuela.
The Fable of the Swan, the Catfish and the Crab
The Fable of the Swan, the Catfish and the Crab and Its Teaching in Ancient Russia
Japanese Urban Legends - The Girl from the Hole
The girl in the hole is one of the most terrifying Japanese urban legends. Here we tell you what it is about.
How are the people in Australia?
In this post we learn a little more about Australia and what Australians are like, as well as some of their social characteristics.
Rules of conduct in Russia
Every visitor who has in mind traveling to Russia must bear in mind that it is a country with certain xenophobia ...
Hippies in Argentina
The sixties may be a thing of the past, but hippies are not. With alternative lifestyles that embraced the ...
Dutch wooden shoes
Wooden shoes ? A typical Dutch heritage? There is probably not a single person who can give us one ...
Russian traditions of Ivan Kupala
Since ancient times all the peoples of the world have celebrated the end of June at the peak of summer. The…
Study in Holland: Eindhoven Technical University
Thinking of studying in the Netherlands? Beyond its traditional associations with windmills, cheeses and clogs, it is ...
The most expensive china porcelain mug in the world
Antique Chinese porcelain mug is auctioned in Hong Kong for $ 700
Delft Technical University
Delft University of Technology is a modern university with a rich tradition. Its eight faculties and more than 40 ...
Customs and etiquette in Russia
The difference between European and Russian culture are so great that you could write many books about them….
Best Medical Universities in Russia
Russia's higher medical education has earned a remarkable reputation on the world stage due to high standards ...
The best Swedish movies of all time
The Swedish Film Institute has just released the list of the best films ...
Get to know the Russian Federation
The Russian Federation or Russia is the largest country on the planet. Covers 1 / 8th of the earth's surface ...
Education in Canada
Education in Canada is highly valued and a major focus of the Canadian government. While the system ...
Ancient Russian string instruments: Kankles
The Kankles is a string musical instrument of Lithuanian origin from the zither family. The instrument is ...
Dutch people getting taller and healthier
The average weight of men and women in the Netherlands has increased the fastest in the last two decades within ...
Inventions of Ancient China
China, one of the great civilizations of antiquity, gave us a great legacy with many inventions among which ...
Mate, typical drink of Argentina
Although at first glance it looks like a tea, but the mixture is one of the most traditional infusions in Argentina ...
Venezuela, a multicultural country
Venezuela is a Spanish-speaking country, with a population of 25,8 million people. Residents of this country ...
Jinjiang, the capital of Chinese footwear
Located on the southeast coast of China in Fujian province, Jinjiang City ranks first…
Cuban music and its influence in the world
Cuban music, or Afro-Cuban music, has had a very important role in the world musical influence as well as ...
Good customs in Holland
Dutch society is egalitarian and modern. The people are modest, tolerant, independent, self-sufficient, and entrepreneurial. They value education, ...
The mighty Inca Empire
The Incas were a civilization in South America that in the 14th century were a small tribe of the ...
The Empire of the Incas
The ancestors of the Incas were hunters who came from Asia crossing the Bering Strait. More than 20.000 years ...
The underwear of ancient China
Chinese underwear in ancient times
Typical Russian drinks
Russia is considered one of the top three tea drinking countries, along with Great Britain and Japan. On…
Russian traditional crafts
Russian crafts are part of the tradition of their peoples whose art has been handed down from generation to generation….
The Australian way of life
The Australian way of life
The great Mongol horsemen
Brief history of the Mongolian people, in China
Russian food, abundant and healthy
It is not on the list of the world's fine cuisines, however, what Russian food lacks ...
The great modern cities of China
China has modern and dynamic cities that have stood out in Asia for the 21st century.
Traditions of Caracas
Situated on a plateau along the northern coast of South America, the capital city of Venezuela, ...
The best Russian cities to live and work
According to a survey by the Mercer company, which is dedicated to evaluating the cities of the world looking for those that ...
Modern dutch architecture
Modern architecture in the Eastern Docklands, Amsterdam In the last 15 years, Holland has become one of the…
Swedish architecture
Sweden, the country of forests and lakes, also has bustling cities where cutting-edge design mixes ...
Swedish food at Christmas
On Christmas Eve in Sweden is when the main food abounds on the tables. This is often a "julbord", ...
Christmas traditions in Russia
In the times of the Soviet Union, Christmas was not celebrated much. Only the New Year was the time ...
Russian musical instruments
Balalaika It is a very popular stringed musical instrument in Russia, with a characteristic triangular body and three strings. The…
Traditional Russian dances
Traditional Russian folk dance is as broad and diverse as the nation itself. Although most foreigners ...
Dances of Russian folklore: Kamarinskaya
Kamarinskaya is a traditional Russian folk dance, which is better known today as the composition of the Russian composer ...
Main festivals of Egypt
Egypt is an amazing Arab country that has many festivals and celebrations. Some of them are historical, others are modern art festivals and ...
Traditions in China: The Mid-Autumn Festival
One of the traditional festivals throughout China that is celebrated on the fifteenth day of the eighth month of the lunar calendar, ...
Traditional Cuban guitars: the Cuban tres
The first thing to understand about the Cuban tres is that it is a rhythmic instrument. Although it looks like a ...
Concubines in ancient China
Concubines and wives in ancient China
The Jutes, first settlers of Jutland
The Jutes are among the first Germanic peoples to occupy the territory of present-day Denmark. According to the writings of ...
How are Russian dolls made?
It takes a lot of skill to make a Russian nesting doll set. Traditionally, matryoshka dolls were made to ...
Taoism in China
Lao Zi was the creator of Taoism who was named Li Er, with Dan as his alias. He was a thinker ...
Green and gold, the national colors of Australia
national colors of Australia
Traditional German clothing: the Lederhosen and the Tracht
Although Germany never featured prominently in fashion, its folk costumes and traditional clothing are enjoyed without ...
How are Russian weddings?
Russian weddings are celebrated in a big way. The extent of the celebration and the thoroughness of the preparation only ...
Russian kitchen utensils
The word "golubtsy" or stuffed cabbage often brings back memories of homemade Russian cuisine. From the simple ...
Influences on Cuban food
Before the Spanish arrived in Cuba, the Cuban Indians fished and hunted for their food. They ate from the ...
Types of Cuban food
Cuban food is a mixture of Latin, Amerindian and African cuisine that incorporates the use of meats, beans ...
Some things that offend the Japanese
Many foreigners traveling to Japan for the first time should try to be very careful, because Japanese are very ...
Breakfast in Russia: Zavtrak
Russian people, like many other cultures, generally enjoy three meals a day: zavtrak or ...
Children's Day in Cuba
Convinced that neither the world crisis nor imperial blockades will ever erase the smile from the faces of his ...
Russia, its emblems and history
Each country has its national emblems such as the anthem and the flag. Russia has a symbol that is ...
The polders of Holland: Beemster
The innovative and intellectually imaginative landscape of today's Beemster Polder had a profound and lasting impact on the projects ...
Mother's Day in Canada
In North American countries like Canada or the US, Mother's Day is a festival of ...
Mother's Day in Switzerland
In Switzerland, Mother's Day is celebrated every second Sunday in May and is considered ...
Labor Day in Japan
May Day is one of the dates that most countries in the world celebrate the Day of ...
Fewer and fewer Japanese schoolgirls wear the sailor-style uniform
Fewer and fewer Japanese schoolgirls wear the sailor-style uniform, also known as "Sailor Fuku."
Rothenburg, the fairytale city where Pinocchio lives
Germany has dream landscapes that become extraordinary locations for all kinds of films. So Rothenburg, an ancient ...
Australia and the problem of its traditional dress
Does Australia have a traditional dress?
The cost of living in Havana
To begin with, there is a double system of payment and prices. Cubans must pay in their currency to buy in the ...
Sydney's Chinatown, the largest in Australia
The Chinese are millions and millions in their own country but they are among the communities that have emigrated the most ...
Prostitution grows in Australia
Prostitution is older than the world. On the one hand, it is a job that does not require any intellectual preparation ...
The tribes of Siberia
Siberia, or also North Asia, North Asia or North Asia, is the East Asian part of Russia, a…
International Women's Day in Cuba
International Women's Day is celebrated on Cuba on March 8 as in most countries ...
Love according to the Chinese
The report of the latest 2011-2012 survey of the Chinese Values of Love and Marriage has been published in China ...
Famous writers in Sweden
Astrid Lindgren with her character Pippi Longstocking, is perhaps one of the most recognized writers who has captivated ...
Healing properties of Chinese radish
There are many vegetables that have healing and beneficial properties for the human body. And, during the winter season, in China, ...
Uruguay customs
When we plan a trip, knowing or learning about the customs of our destination is essential to fully enjoy our ...
Canadian salads
Canadians' favorite foods vary slightly from region to region, and are heavily influenced by their heritage ...
Best Chinese Universities for Foreigners
China, a country with a fabulous culture and history, has attracted more foreigners to stay for more studies. The…
History of Cuban baseball
Cuban baseball as a sport has its origin in the game of Batos that the Cuban aborigines used to play, ...
Mixed marriages between Chinese and Russian
The general idea is that Asians do not like to marry Westerners. Maybe women ...
Customs and good manners in Switzerland
The Swiss appreciate honesty and tolerance. They are proud of their neutrality and promoting peace ...
Russian folk dances
With Ivan the Terrible, a czar known for his severe character and love of art, it became common to have ...
Original sports of Russia
Russian sport is full of surprises: Troika races are intended to gain recognition to be part of ...
Urbanism of Venezuela
However, Venezuela has rural homes in the plains, in the Andes region, and in the Guyanas massif, which represent an agricultural way of life, whose lifestyle is very different from the urban regions of Venezuela and its capital Caracas, since they have a more traditional subsistence strategy. The recent influx of rural immigrants both from Venezuela and abroad has had an impact on the urban landscape of these regions, especially in rural towns.
The form of government of Canada
The system of government of Canada is a democratic constitutional monarchy that has a Head of State and ...
The Red Light District of Amsterdam, among the three most popular in the world
Red Light District, or the well-known Red Light District for those who don't already know, is a neighborhood in Amsterdam that is known for ...
The 10 most famous Peruvians in the world
The victory of the Peruvian singer Gianmarco at the Latin Grammy Awards was a great one, but it is not the first Peruvian to win ...
The most powerful Chinese women
Do you have any gadget from the Huawei technology firm in your house? Well, the general manager of this company, the CEO ...
Zafra, the sixth best city to live in our country
This is stated by the study 'Quality of life ranking of Spanish municipality' ('Ranking of quality of life of municipalities ...
Halloween in Canada
Halloween is celebrated in Canada on October 31. It is a day to celebrate the night only in the year ...
The Hakka, a mysterious Chinese ethnic group
China is made up of many ethnic groups and although the majority is the Han ethnic group, there are many others. Some are concentrated ...
Education and social programs in rural China
Living in the mountains is living away from urban life and its comforts. China is a really big country and ...
China's ethnic minorities: Maonan
The Maonan ethnic minority lives mainly in Huanjiang County in Guangxi Province, especially in the three ...
Holland among the 10 funniest countries in the world
The Dutch ranked in the top ten funniest nations in the world, according to a recent poll. Americans have voted in ...
Discrimination in Australia
Unfortunately there is discrimination in all parts of the world. There was, there is and I doubt that there is not in ...
Japan, a land of earthquakes
Japan, a land of earthquakes
The most important tourist centers of Canada
Canada is one of the main destinations chosen to vacation in North America and although it has ...
Canadian daily life
For those who decide to live in Canada and have their adaptation period in a new place and with a new ...
China, more teenage pregnancies and less sex education
Teen pregnancy is a modern problem that knows no boundaries. Surely you see it in your own country all ...
Large families in China, in poverty
The Chinese do not want families with many children and although these family groups are the exception to a rule ...
Canada's major media
Canada has an important development with respect to the media, whether audiovisual, written or digital, the ...
Canadian cultural diversity
This country has a great cultural diversity, either due to its historical mix between English and French culture ...
Russian traditional dances
Dancing is a form of cultural and artistic expression deeply rooted in Russian consciousness and popular traditions. It is…
Canadian baseball
Baseball is one of the professional sports chosen by Canadians, since together with ice hockey they are ...
Serious social problems in the Philippines
One of the serious problems facing the Philippines in recent times is strongly related to the political administration organization
The nobility in Italy, a whole subject
Talking about nobility in Italy is a bit scattered because it must be remembered that until the unification in a single ...
Father's Day in Canada
Father's Day in Canada is celebrated with great enthusiasm and fanfare. It is commemorated on the third Sunday of ...
Chinese butter sculptures
Butter or butter sculptures are essential for the spiritual development of Tibetan Buddhism. As a unique sculptural art ...
Chinese art: butter sculptures
As we have seen, butter sculptures are part of the history of Tibetan Buddhism. The first procedure consists of ...
Dala horse, the symbol of Sweden
The Dala horse (Swedish: Dalahäst) is a traditional carved and painted wooden statuette of a horse from the ...
In London even the guards are an attraction
Law enforcement in London is also a tourist attraction. From the beefeaters, guardians of the Tower of London, through the royal guards with their particular bearskin hat, to the local policemen, called bobbies, every self-respecting tourist will be photographed next to one of them.
What are the best companies to work for in India? (Part 2)
We continue to meet the best companies to work for in India. Let's start this time by mentioning Tata Consultancy ...
Religious traditions: the Christs of maize cane paste
Corn has been a factor of cultural and economic unity among the peoples of the American continent, even used as currency ...
Winfield, Australia's number 1 cigarettes
In the Australian cigarette market there is a leading brand that has been present since the early 70s….
Festivals in Cuba
The festivals of Cuba are more than just a meeting in the street, drenched in happiness and with food ...
Victor Emmanuel II, first king of Italy
In my neighborhood there is a street called Victor Manuel II and because I am curious and I like it a lot ...
Valentine's in Canada
Valentine's Day is celebrated with great enthusiasm in Canada. All people express love for their spouses ...
Economic problems in Australia due to natural disasters
If you plan to go to work in Australia or a bit of adventurer, half tourist, half thrown to fish some ...
Social Networks in Australia
This time we are going to talk about the presence of social networksº in Australia. Let's start by mentioning that Australia leads ...
Social Media in India
There is no doubt that social networks have revolutionized the world, including the distant Hindu world, and it is that this ...
Situation of pregnancy and childbirth in India
Every pregnant woman knows perfectly that the end of the nine months that pregnancy usually lasts is ...
Manuel Sosabravo, a universe of colors
This is an interview with the prominent Cuban painter Manuel Alfredo Sosabravo, who turns 80 years old. In 1950, you attended ...
Sex education in China, a whole topic
A few decades ago women used to lose their virginity on their wedding night. Sex life was reproductive in ...
The Tinder Box, Hans Christian Andersen
'La caja de yesca' or 'The tinderbox' as its original title in English is, it was one of the first stories ...
Religion in Ireland
Today two things are recognized in relation to religion in Ireland: one, it is one of the countries ...
Cuban exiles and celebrities
Before Fidel made his revolution, Cuba was very different from the one we know today. It was better in some ...
Why travel to Cuba?
Cuba is unlike any other place on the planet. The island is located in the northwest of the Caribbean Sea, 145 ...
Cologne: hang a padlock over the river Rhine and proclaim your undying love
Just as in the Pont das Arts in Paris, lovers seal their love by hanging padlocks and throwing the key ...
The legacy of Policarpa Salavarrieta
In the year of the bicentennial of Colombia's Independence, it is worth remembering one of its main heroines, Policarpa ...
The media in China
Before speaking briefly about the media in China, we must bear something in mind: we are not in ...
La Calera thermal baths, source of health
In the city of Chivay, in the Arequipa region, we find a source of life and health, the thermal baths ...
Characters: Samuel de Champlain
Samuel de Champlain was an important man in Canadian history because he was in charge of founding the city ...
Canada demands labor for agriculture
Every year the number of individuals of Guatemalan origin who arrive in industrial countries such as Canada increases progressively ...
Chinese traditional dances: Maogusi
The Maogusi dance is an ancient thousand-year-old popular dance of the Tu people who live in the western area of the ...
Qipao: the Shanghai dress style
The Qipao (cheongsam) is a woman's dress with Chinese characteristics and is enjoying a growing popularity in the world ...
The mansions of famous people who live in Miami
We have already told you several times about the great appeal that Miami has for some of the most important ...
Father's Day in China
Next Sunday Father's Day is celebrated in 55 countries around the world and China is ...
Contraceptive methods, Chinese men do not participate
China is one of the countries with the largest number of inhabitants in the world. Millions and millions live in its territory ...
David Manzur, icon of Colombian painting
David Manzur is considered one of the most important plastic artists in the cultural history of Colombia. East…
The Han, the largest ethnic group in the world
The majority ethnic group in China and the largest in the world is the Han ethnic group. 92% ...
Jaime García Serrano, the Colombian mathematical genius
Surely the name of Jaime García Serrano is not well known to the vast majority of Colombians, but it is ...
How to apply for a social security number in Canada
The Social Security Number is a special nine-digit number used to administer various programs of the Government of ...
The Vikings in Sweden
The name "Viking" was first used by foreign authors in the 11th century AD. Its origin is probably ...
Tips for travelers to Japan (II)
Tips for Student Travelers Students sometimes receive discounts at museums, although sometimes discounts are only available ...
Official languages of Canada
In the past, Canada inherited a huge territory where two of the most important linguistic societies in the world took root: ...
The Olmec Culture
The Olmecs were the first civilization to develop in Mexico in indigenous times. Their culture flourished in the states ...
Labor Day in China
Labor Day is an annual holiday celebrated around the world that as a result of the movement ...
Labor Day in Canada
Labor Day in Canada has been celebrated on the first Monday of September in Canada since 1880. The origins of…
Qipao, Chinese clothing
With roots in 17th century China, the qipao is an elegant garment for women that ...
Italian National Soccer Players, for Dolce & Gabanna
Continuing with the controversies that take place in Italy after reports of sexual abuse by members ...
The artisanal paradise route in El Salvador
This is a route made up of six towns: Cihuatán, Colima, La Palma, San Ignacio, Miramundo and Citalá. It is a tour ...
El Salvador and its archaeological route
This route is made up of different archaeological sites located in the department of La Libertad and in Santa ...
Prostitution in Switzerland
The legality of prostitution in Europe varies by country. Some countries the act is outside the law ...
Prostitution in Holland
Prostitution is legal in the Netherlands, in Amsterdam and for the most part it is concentrated in the Red Light District where ...
Canada and the Climate
The climate and geography of Canada have greatly influenced culture and customs ...
More about Picasso's works, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art
One of the most famous museums in New York opens a new exhibition on one of the most famous artists ...
Tourism jobs in Australia
As is well known, tourism is an activity of great popularity today, every day in every country in the world ...
Is Lisbon a safe city?
The issue of social security is something that worries us all, and no city in the world is exempt ...
Information about Lisbon hospitals.
When visiting a new place we always tend to inform ourselves about tourist attractions and curious places to visit. Today, however, ...
Canadian pacific railway: the Canadian railway network
For more than 120 years the Canadian Pacific Railway has been the structure of Canada. It was incorporated on February 16 ...
Samovar, the Russian teapot
The samovar has served as a Russian teapot since the mid-1700s. In 1800, the samovar was ...
Curiosities about the Canadian Beaver
When Montreal was incorporated as a city in its coat of arms, the image of a beaver appeared. Sir Sandford Fleming ...
The flag of Canada
The official flag of Canada is known as The Maple Leaf, or the maple leaf flag or ...
Another Canadian symbol: the beaver
Just as countries have an anthem, a flag, a language and an official currency, there is also the animal that ...
Historic Places of Canada
There are many historical places of great importance to Canada. They bear witness to key moments in this nation and ...
The Cuban sandwich
The Cuban sandwich is a variation of a ham and cheese originally created by Cuban workers, in Cuba or ...
Brief tour of the history of Canada
In the current territory of Canada, traces of human presence were found older than twenty thousand years ...
Traditions and customs of Tibet
The Tibetan culture developed under the influence of a number of geographical and climatic factors, has achieved the development of ...
Temporary visas to enter Canada
Canada is one of the most cosmopolitan countries on the planet, it presents a fusion of races and cultures rarely seen ...
China, internal migration from the countryside to the city
China is a huge country with many cities and many agricultural areas. One of the economic and social problems ...
The most famous Chinese actress in the world, Gong Li
I first met this woman in the film Wives and Concubines many, many years ago. It must be ...
The Toyota factory in Tahara
Tahara is an industrial city located in Aichi, founded on August 20, 2003 as a result of the merger of Akabane ...
Emilio Yunis Turbay, pioneer in the study of human genetics in Colombia
Emilio Yunis Turbay was born in Sincelejo, capital of the department of Sucre and is considered a pioneer in the study of ...
Russian ethnicities: Dargins
Among the Russian ethnic groups, which are numerous, the Dargins who currently live in Dagestan and the Republic of Kalmykia stand out….
Valentine's in Canada
This February 14 is celebrated on Valentine's Day around the world and Canada is not the ...
Chuiwan, the Chinese ball
Among the ancient Chinese sports and games, Chuiwan stands out (literally means «ball hits») which was a game in ...
Danish History Characters: Niels Bohr
From Absolut Denmark we continue to dedicate ourselves to the most important figures for the politics, science and history of Denmark, ...
The Republic of Buryatia
The Republic of Buryatia is located in central Siberia and is adjacent to Lake Baikal. The population is 450.000 ...
Sects and religions in Japan
Today about 90 million people consider themselves Buddhists in Japan. Buddhism was imported to Japan to ...
Danish traditional festivals: Fastelavn
We continue to analyze the traditions and popular festivals of Denmark, and this time we refer to Fastelavn, a celebration that ...
The "Greek runes"
We continue talking about the Vikings, their history and main adventures, and today we have to dedicate an entry to the "Runes ...
Babushka, the Russian Mother
One of the most famous Christmas characters in Russia is the story of Babushka, which means Great Mother ...
Caring for the Environment in New York
If one considers that the United States is one of the countries that emits the most polluting gases, New York, ...
India, the people and their customs
Tourists who have had the privilege of making trips to India, could see that many of its customs are ...
Simón Bolívar Planetarium
The Simón Bolívar Scientific Cultural Tourist Complex –CCCTSB- located in the Las Peonías Metropolitan Park- was inaugurated in the year ...
Haida, Canadian Aborigines
The history of the Haida, which is an indigenous group that inhabits the mountains and forests of the province of ...
The dance of the Cossacks
It is one of the colorful and acrobatic dances that is famous all over the world. We mean the ...
Milan, Renaissance art and Leonardo da Vinci
When you go on a getaway to Milan, even if you are not a great art lover, it is impossible to abstract yourself and not enjoy ...
Danish music: rock, folk and melodies of the XNUMXth century
Danish music also has its place in AbsolutDinamarca, and just as we talked in the past about a band from ...
Milan and its famous people: Giuseppe Verdi
When we talk about Milan and its famous people, obviously the first one that comes to mind is ...
Customs of Australian Daily Life
Australia stands out in the world for being one of the countries in which its citizens show a high degree ...
How is a wedding in the Philippines
The Philippines is a country full of traditions and a series of customs that characterize its people, in social events such as weddings, Filipinos follow something like a series of rules to carry them out.
Top Philippine Exports
In terms of exports, the Philippines is a country with a rather medium economic potential, which has commercial relations mostly with the United States, Japan, Hong Kong, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Taiwan.
Quebec History
Quebec at the same time as Canada, has a history of colonization behind it, being inhabited by North American Indians and ...
Paticruzado, the House of Drinks in Santiago de Cuba
There is no doubt that Cuban rum is one of the best known and most prestigious in the world. No one who has ...
The rhythms of the Colombian Caribbean
The entire coastal area of Colombia, bathed by the Caribbean Sea, is called the Colombian Caribbean Region. The relief of ...
Russian Dress -II
The dress consists of three pieces such as the white satin blouse with a red sweater and ...
History of the Russian Ballet -I
During the seventeenth century, before the reign of Emperor Peter the Great, dance in Russia only existed between the ...
The Jamaica Flower in Cuba
There is a small flower of intense red color that now spreads through orchards and plots of the Island of ...
Visit the Shrine of Padre Pio
The Padre Pio Chapel is located in the town of San Giovanni Rotondo, in southern Italy, and is ...
Carlos Vives' contribution to Colombian music
One of the most beloved and charismatic singers in Colombia is Carlos Vives, his talent and charisma have made him ...
Knowing the Cuban slang
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Beer in Holland
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Kagura, the dance of the Gods
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Many of the tourists who have made trips to Japan, were amazed by many of its customs and traditions, especially ...
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The inhabitants of India, people of customs and traditions
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The quality of life in Cuba
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Being considered, Canada, one of the most stable countries in the world, thanks to the economic policy implemented, has contributed to ...
The anthem of Canada
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Within the culture of the Suceco people, its festivities and festivities appear throughout the year. It is remarkable The ...
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A Swedish toast
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What women traveling to Australia should keep in mind
Being a woman is not the same as being a man when you think of a vacation with your backpack on your shoulder….
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How many times have we seen in the movies or Homer Simpson himself eat fried chicken wings from a bucket….
The Saint Petersburg Academy of Arts
The Imperial Academy of Art. Founded by Count Ivan Shuvalov in 1757 under the name of the Academy of ...
Religion in Cuba
What religion do Cubans profess? Well, like any country colonized by the Spanish, Catholicism has penetrated deep into its ...
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