Latin American Dance
Latin American Dance
to be the most romantic of the Latin dances, the Rumba emphasizes movement of the body rather than the feet and is full of emotion and interaction between partners. Each dancer tries to entice the oth
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The Arctic’s Resilient Inuit People
The Arctic’s Resilient Inuit People
s northernmost culture. Living above the tree line in the Arctic, this nomadic group needed to develop special skills to survive. One of the most famous and iconic structures made by the Inuit is the
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The Melodic Hearts and Spirit of the Garifuna People
The Melodic Hearts and Spirit of the Garifuna People
ture. The most popular genre of dance is punta. Punta is also a type of song which is usually composed by women. The dance is a symbolic reenactment of courtship between a rooster and hen. It involves
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Danish Cultural Art, Part 1 of 2
Danish Cultural Art, Part 1 of 2
Denmark’s most famous folk songs, “Marken er mejet,” or “Harvest Song,” which depicts the happy harvest season of the Danish people. According to the United Nations World Happiness Report, Denmark is
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Danish Cultural Art, Part 2 of 2
Danish Cultural Art, Part 2 of 2
Europe’s most outstanding Renaissance castles, was adopted as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. One of the most popular and famous Danish designs is the Grand Prix chair, considered to be among t
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Traditional Musical Instrument: The Finnish Kantele
Traditional Musical Instrument: The Finnish Kantele
xist, the most traditional way is to use the right thumb to play the shortest string and one finger for each of the other strings while interleaving the fingers of the left and right hands. A reverber
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The Culture of Laos
The Culture of Laos
lam.” The most popular kind of folk dance or Lao national dance is “lam vong,” which is a slow and graceful couples-dance often performed at weddings, celebrations, and local social events. Lao cultur
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Kite Flying Around the World
Kite Flying Around the World
vals, the most common kites seen are the deltas, diamonds, cellulars, sleds, rokkakus, stunts, tractions, inflatables, and parafoils. Their vibrant colors and amazing designs are a sight to behold. Ma
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The Peaceful Êzîdî People of the Middle East
The Peaceful Êzîdî People of the Middle East
ne of the most revered sites is that of the Lalish Temple or Lalish Noorani. The temple is located in the Sheikhan district in the Nineveh Governate in northern Iraq. The Iraqi government has submitte
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Traditional Music Instrument: The Bandoneon, Part 1 of 2
Traditional Music Instrument: The Bandoneon, Part 1 of 2
rument in most tango ensembles in Argentina and Uruguay, and in Lithuanian folk music groups.Being a portable aerophone instrument, the bandoneon consists of two square wooden boxes with buttons on th
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Croatia: A Crossroads of Precious Cultures, Part 1 of 3
Croatia: A Crossroads of Precious Cultures, Part 1 of 3
ne of the most visited of all Mediterranean destinations. In addition to being popular with visitors, Croatia also takes proactive action to preserve its history, natural resources, and environment by
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Croatia: A Crossroads of Precious Cultures, Part 2 of 3
Croatia: A Crossroads of Precious Cultures, Part 2 of 3
Croatia’s most popular national instruments. The diple, a woodwind, is another traditional musical instrument that is popular in Croatia. Croatia is home to several rich traditional singing styles, su
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Ghana – The Blessed Land with a Vibrant Culture, Part 1 of 3
Ghana – The Blessed Land with a Vibrant Culture, Part 1 of 3
sh is the most common language, Ghanaians also widely speak in native tongues, such as Twi and Ga. There are as many as 52 languages and hundreds of dialects spoken in this African country. Ghanaians
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Ghana – The Blessed Land with a Vibrant Culture, Part 2 of 3
Ghana – The Blessed Land with a Vibrant Culture, Part 2 of 3
ne of the most significant symbols of kente cloths “Sankofa” or “Go back and get it” is a bird with feet facing forward, head turned backwards, and its mouth carrying a precious egg. This icon embodie
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Ghana – The Blessed Land with a Vibrant Culture, Part 3 of 3
Ghana – The Blessed Land with a Vibrant Culture, Part 3 of 3
ce is the most frequently performed social dance in the Akan region. Similar to kete, the dance was historically performed for funeral purposes. In modern times, it is often a part of various events,
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The Rich Indigenous Culture of the Ryukyuan People
The Rich Indigenous Culture of the Ryukyuan People
gion, and most parts of their lifestyle are significantly different from Japanese mainlanders. The Ryukyu native religion features ancestor veneration and respect for the relationships between the liv
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The Native Esselen People of North America
The Native Esselen People of North America
were bare most of the time, while females may have worn a small apron, and in cold weather they may have applied mud to their bodies to keep warm. Throughout most of the year, the Esselen girls would
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Suriname: A Unique Blend of Diverse Cultures
Suriname: A Unique Blend of Diverse Cultures
e world’s most diverse countries, so diverse in fact that it doesn’t have a racial majority. While it’s officially considered a Caribbean country, the nation is made up of a unique and beautiful blend
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Afghanistan: Ancient Culture and Beautiful Heritage, Part 3 of 3
Afghanistan: Ancient Culture and Beautiful Heritage, Part 3 of 3
forms are mostly realistic oil and watercolor paintings. Afghans have many traditional musical instruments to nurture their body and soul. The national instrument of Afghanistan is the Rubab, which da
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Traditional Musical Instrument: Kora of West Africa
Traditional Musical Instrument: Kora of West Africa
ne of the most sacred musical instruments in this region, it’s said that the kora is able to facilitate communication between members of different cultures. The kora is played in Guinea, Guinea-Bissau
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