Lifestyle aspect of culture
What is it about? Hong Kong is famous for towering skyscrapers. Hong Kong boasts the world’s longest covered escalator. Hong Kong’s well-known Dim Sum food literally means “touch the heart”. This Sunday we want to share things about the city (history, geography, landscape and climate) which you might…
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What is it about? Wuhan is a mega city at the heart of China with a population almost equating that of Belgium. What is the city famous for? Why is the city special? How does it feel to live day to day life there? What…
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What is it about? Why do Brazilians shower so much–often three times a day? How does Panamanian dance combine Spanish, Caribbean, African and American together? First, we will hear some short history of dance in Panama. With some music, let us make some little steps…
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What is it about? The Trinidad and Tobago Carnival is considered the jewel carnival of all carnivals. What makes it unique is that everyone can participate. How do people enjoy this greatest party on earth? What is the story behind this carnival? What are the perspectives of the locals? Let us…
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What is it about? We all have our national costumes. Have you wondered what does it tell about our culture and history? In this week’s quiz event, we will discover costumes in three countries – India, Japan, and China. In India, a country of diverse religions…
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