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"Culture" Articles
 

  • The Japanese Tea Ceremony - The Japanese tea ceremony is a traditional ritual influenced by Zen Buddhism in which green tea known as matcha is prepared and ceremoniously served by a skilled practitioner to a small group of guests in a tranquil setting such as a garden tea house. Chanoyu which means "hot water for tea" refers to a single ceremony that involves only tea, while the longer version known as Chaji "tea meeting" entails a full tea ceremony in which a light meal is also served, and can last up to four hours.
  • Delightful Holiday in a Fascinating Italy Villa - You must have thought about how and where you would spend your holiday. Europe has some fabulous offers when it comes to unforgettable vacations.
  • How To Overcome Culture Shock - The term "culture shock" originated in the 1950s. Basically it describes the physical and emotional discomforts that occur when someone moves from one cultural environment to another. There are several stages to culture shock.
  • Culture of Ancient Egyptians - Egypt was a powerful nation during the ancient times under the rule of the Pharaohs. These age of prosperity were divided into the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms, each separated by short periods of instability. How would a normal person have lived in Ancient Egypt? With all the paintings, tomb writings, ancient Egypt pyramids and objects that archaeologists from all over the world have uncovered, this question can be answered to a substantial extent.
  • The Spiritual Traditions of the Andes - The rich and powerful spiritual legacy of the Andean civilization which is only now being properly recognised after 500 years of obscurity The ofrenda An 'ofrenda' is the most important ceremony used by Andean Indians to relate with Mother Earth. The ofrenda is a symbol of reciprocity with nature and its purpose is to teach us to reproduce this attitude. Through it we speak back to nature saying we understand the message and concord. The ofrenda which is also known in Spanish as a 'pago', is not a 'payment' to nature as the Conquistadores saw it, implying a sinister pact with nature spirits. Additionally, they accused the Indians of being miserly because they preferred to pay symbolically rather than with real money!
  • Experience the Morocco Culture - Morocco has an amazing culture. If you are friendly and courteous enough by nature, then you would soon start making good friends with the local people. Further if this happens you would be invited for a meal, so it is good to maintain some of the local customs. For example, you would normally take off your shoes when entering inside any house. You could follow a host's example in this regard.
  • Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Book A Holiday To Malta - Malta is a small island state in Europe, in the middle of the Mediterranean and is a popular holiday destination for many Europeans, mostly from the U.K., Germany, Italy, France and Holland.
  • Norway's Development Culture - Norway's development culture was flourishing here from at least the ninth century. Findings from burial sites indicate that the Vikings were great shipbuilders with a strongly developed artistic tradition represented in crafts, woodcarving and jewelers. Significantly, these skills were also passed on to those parts of Europe that they occupied.
  • The Shamanic Journey: Spirit Helpers - Cross-culturally, there is a common belief in spiritual help that is witnessed as an intervention from a non-physical realm into the physical realm that transcends, changes, or heals. This non-physical realm is where the spirits dwell. I was taught that the Lakota people believe there are 405 helping spirits that you are born with that are literally assigned to you: A small army of helpers whose main function is to be of service to you and your human experience.
  • Celebrations of Diwali in India - In the midst of today's busy lifestyle, Diwali gives an opportunity to pause and be grateful for what we have, to make special memories with family and friends, to laugh and...
  • The Brecks Fens And Thetford - The Brecks, Fens and Thetford area is undoubtedly one of the best-kept secrets of East Anglia. A unique landscape where nature thrives, culture and heritage are celebrated and fascinating places wait to be discovered. For those looking for a relaxing break in natural surroundings, The Brecks is an ideal destination. Relish the peace and quiet of forest and heathland walks, or for a more active option, jump on a bicycle, or even a horse, and explore off-road trails.
  • Culture Tips for Dubai Travelers - There is a lot of confusing and misleading information when it comes to what is and what is not culturally acceptable in Dubai. Dubai is a vibrant cosmopolitan city with over 100 nationalities living together in harmony. Millions of tourists flock to Dubai every year and the city is truly a cultural crossroads.
  • Ancient Hydroponics Gardens - The word "hydroponics" is derived from two Greek words: cidra, meaning water, and punikos, meaning labor; thus, literally "waterworks." Contrary to popular belief, hydroponic gardening is an ancient form of agriculture, going back 3,000 years.
  • A Primer on Deep Water Culture - Deep water culture (DWC) is a type of hydroponic gardening in which the roots of a plant are suspended in a solution of oxygenated water and various nutrients. Traditionally, DWC has been practiced using plastic buckets. The plant itself is suspended in what is known as a net pot. This net pot - a type of pot resembling an open wire basket - is suspended from the bucket lid in such a manner that the roots are suspended in the bucket containing the water and nutrient solution. The water is oxygenated with an air pump and an aquarium airstone such as are used in fish tanks.
  • Norway In A Nutshell - The countries surrounding Norway include Russia, Sweden and Finland; where as in south water, it is crossways to Germany and even Denmark. The population found in Norway is near to 4.6 million people in country and Norway is elongated in its goegraphy. Well, Norway has a continuous chain of the mountains and these mountain ranges run to the sea beaches, land area for agriculture and farming is very little.
  • Creating an Integral Culture - Observers have noted that contemporary society is characterized by three sets of opposing forces: 1. BUSINESS-AS-USUAL forces that want to maintain the existing institutions and ways of doing things.
  • Tipping Etiquette When Traveling - The joy of travel can be found in experiencing new and interesting things. There are, however, a some practical areas that can prove to be a bit baffling. Tipping is one, but it need not be as explained in this article. It is the great quandry of the human race. How much should we tip? As you can imagine, the customary amount differs in each country. All and all, it is pretty hard to go wrong with a tip in the amount of fifteen percent. The next issue has to do with the tipping burden. Simply put, who is responsible for initiating the tip? In some countries, the tip is automatically added to your bill for services. In others, it is up to you to cough it up. Touch down and pay out. No, I am not talking about betting on football.
  • Malta: The Mediterranean's Best Kept Secret - The Mediterranean island of Malta is one of the major tourist destinations for many West-European countries and is gaining popularity outside of Europe as well. About Malta Malta is a small island state, with a population of around 400,000.
  • Sikhism, A View of the Sikh Religion - At the northwestern tip of India is located The Golden Temple, or Harimandir Sahib, the most significant historical center on earth to the 20 million Sikhs worldwide.
  • Chichen Itza Chosen as One of the New Seven Wonders of the World - The Mayan city of Chichen Itza, located in the Mexican state of Yucatan, was chosen as one of the "Seven New Wonders of the World" by approximately 100 million people around the globe, who cast their ballots by phone and Internet. "The selection of Chichen Itza is recognition of the extremely vast and ancient historical and cultural heritage of Mexico, of which very few countries in the world can boast," said Francisco Lopez Mena, CEO of the Mexico Tourism Board. The announcement of Chichen Itza's selection by the New7Wonders Foundation was made during a spectacular ceremony at Lisbon's Stadium of Light.
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