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10 Things You Many Not Know About Germany
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Colleen Brown
Forests and woodlands cover one-third of Germany. Culturally, Germans have always embraced woodlands—a reverence that’s reflected in the practice of “waldeinsamkeit”—a type of nature therapy…
How Imsil Became South Korea's Cheese Region
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Cheese didn’t make its debut in the Korean diet until 1964 when a Belgian missionary Didier t'Serstevens arrived in Imsil County. He wanted to help grow the parish's struggling economy and decided to…
Paying it Forward with Bread in Turkey
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Colleen Brown
In Turkish bakeries, you may notice bags of fresh bread suspended on a hook. Called “askıda ekmek,” this custom is an ancient example of paying it forward. “Askıda ekmek” translates to “bread on a…
Must Know Japanese Slang Phrases
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The wide array of subcultures in Japan helped create an ever-evolving slang you might hear while visiting the country. However, because Japanese culture centers around politeness, it's important to…
Brazil’s Sacred and Flavorful Red Dendê Oil
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In Brazil’s northeastern state of Bahia, dendê oil is considered sacred. Not only is it an integral part of the region’s Afro-Brazilian cuisine, but it’s also used for religious purposes.
Italy's Eco-friendly, Vegan Pasta Straws
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In 2019 when the European Union voted to phase out single-use plastics, member nations turned to alternative options for straws. Around the world, metal, paper, or bamboo straws replaced the plastic…
India's Famous Pushkar Camel Fair
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Natalie Halpern
Picture hundreds of camels dressed up, paraded, and entered in a beauty contest. Imagine camels participating in a dance competition and racing one another. And all of this against the backdrop of…
Ten Fascinating Facts About Egypt
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Ancient Egyptian women had a wide array of rights. Although not seen as social equals to men, women in ancient Egypt could buy and sell land, serve on juries, and enter into legal contracts.
The Dwarves of Wrocław, Poland
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Natalie Halpern
It’s been called the “Venice of Poland,” but Wrocław is also the city of dwarves. You’ll find hundreds of them — some hidden, some in plain sight — while walking through the medieval city.
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