Grooming and body care in ancient Greece
In ancient Greece, the care of the body and the cult of beauty was one of the pillars of this culture. What was the grooming ritual like? We tell you!
In ancient Greece, the care of the body and the cult of beauty was one of the pillars of this culture. What was the grooming ritual like? We tell you!
In the ancient cultures of the Mediterranean, the practice of sport was closely linked to religious celebrations and leisure.
The best and most typical souvenir that you can bring from Russia is a matrioshka. But what is the history of the matrioshkas, the famous Russian doll?
Bollywood is the mecca of Indian cinema, which produces more films per year than American cinema, but who are the best Bollywood actresses today?
The Tudor rose (the famous English Rose) has been the national heraldic emblem of England since the late Middle Ages.
Medusa, the one with the snakes on her head, is one of the best known and most fascinating figures in Greek mythology.
Since ancient times, human beings have been using the camel as an efficient means of transport in certain regions of the world.
The First Moroccan Crisis (1905-1906) is considered a prelude to the Great War. It had its epicenter in the city of Tangier.
There is no doubt that the musical rhythm most linked to Colombia, its history, its culture and its people, is the cumbia.
All countries have stereotypes. What are the most common stereotypes about India? In this post we talk about some of the most common.
Moroccan cinema is a great industry in Africa with a lot of talent. We review the careers of several very popular Moroccan actors that you are sure to know.
Get to know Popayán, one of the best preserved colonial cities in Colombia and Latin America.
Baba Yaga, the Russian folk character who appears everywhere from Dragon Ball to Hellboy to Netflix.
Australia is a huge country. Did you know that it grows wheat, barley, rice and sugar cane? What has beef and cattle and what makes the best wool in the world?
Savita Bhabhi is a very successful Indian pornographic comic, but censored.
Coffee and pastries, the best of the typical breakfast in Rome. Some of the options to enjoy a typical Italian breakfast that will not disappoint you.
Hindi, Bengali, Hate, Malayalam, Urdu ... these are just a few of the many languages ​​spoken in India, a melting pot of languages.
The myth of Apollo, the twin of Artemis
The Anglo-Saxon holiday of Halloween has spread throughout Italy and is very popular with young people, but how is Halloween celebrated in traditional Italy?
The Hispanic-Colombian Alejandro Obregón is considered one of the great Hispanic-American painters of the XNUMXth century.
Culture in this ancient and fascinating country has many other expressions beyond the pyramids. One of them is the theater in Egypt.
Beauty and the perfect body in Classical Greece. Are they the same canons that we have today?
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.
Get to know a classic of XNUMXth century youth literature: Hans Brinker or the silver skates.
About the Amazons there were many legends and many wondered if there was something true in them. Today we delve into the myth of the Amazons.
The musical instruments of China are witnesses of a millenary culture and the demonstration of an ancient musical tradition that is still alive.
One of the great treasures of the pre-Columbian civilization in Colombia is found in the Tierradentro National Archaeological Park.
Rice cultivation in China dates back perhaps 10 years. How it is grown, how much is eaten, what is done with it. We will tell you.
Would you like to travel to India on your next vacation and are interested in discovering more about its culture and...
Testicles, bull penises, duck tongue, scorpions, little birds, these are just some of the exotic dishes eaten in China.
Before going to Venice, why don't you see some of the many movies that were filmed in this beautiful city?
Greece has always ranked in the list of gay destinations in the world, due to its history and because its islands have become meccas for gay friendly tourism.
The adventures of Ulysses on the Island of the Cyclops as he prepared to return home after fighting in the Trojan War.
Norwegian folk music, which has its roots in medieval times, is now experiencing a new golden age.
La Sima is probably the most popular and traditional alcoholic drink in northern European countries like Norway.
The mints of coins of Ancient Egypt are relatively recent, since they only appear in the last stage, that of Ptolemaic Egypt.
Everyone knows the famous Juliet's Balcony in Verona, Italy. In contrast, the House of Romeo is much less known.
The origin of the library as a place of conservation of texts and reading is in Mesopotamia, but it soon passed to Egypt and Greece.
Like many other American countries, Colombia is a multicultural country, a melting pot of all kinds of races and civilizations.
The sugar mills is the name by which the old colonial haciendas that had facilities to process sugar cane are known in Colombia.
The Acropolis of Athens is the great icon of the capital of Greece and a symbol of the glory and power of the ancient Greek civilization.
The maple leaf as a symbol of Canada has its roots in the history of the first settlers of the North American territory.
Peruvian culture is the result of the great mix of cultural elements of the different peoples that have inhabited what is currently the territory of Peru.
The customs of Greek society, which attract so much attention to travelers visiting the country, are heirs to the long and troubled history of the country.
The education of Spartan children sought to train great warriors. Thus, they created one of the most fearsome armies of antiquity.
The legend of the patron of Athens tells how the election arose from a dispute between the gods Poseidon and Athena, which the latter won.
There were slaves in ancient Greece, and their wretched condition did not differ substantially from that of Egypt or Rome.
The basic Cuban vocabulary has its origin both in Spanish and in the TaÃno substratum and in African and American influences.
If you want to know what languages ​​are spoken in Egypt, we will tell you that, apart from Arabic, there are speakers of Nubian leagues, Beya and DomarÃ.
Why is Swiss chocolate so famous and valued? This is its history and how it has become one of the great gastronomic specialties.
NadaÃsmo was born in MedellÃn in the 60s as a literary and philosophical opposition to the cultural environment established by the academy, the church and tradition.
The origin of the Dance of the Ribbons so famous today in Yucatan and other places in Mexico, is located on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean.
The flag of Greece is the national symbol of the modern Greek state and since 1978 the only official flag. This is the meaning of its shape and colors.
Dutch customs and traditions at Christmas have some peculiarities that make them different and especially charming.
Afro-Peruvian music and dance constitute one of the most colorful and unique artistic expressions within Peru's cultural heritage.
The Colombian cumbia is one of the symbols of national identity of Colombia. This musical genre and folk dance is native to the Caribbean coast, although it is well known and enjoyed throughout the country.
What were the ancient Greek theaters where tragedies and comedies were performed? We will tell you.
If you wonder what the ancient Egyptians were like, we will tell you that their civilization was one of the most developed and complex of their time.
The main expressions of Dominican crafts are Limé dolls, masks, and amber and larimar jewelry.
Canadian Christmas and its traditions are full of curious customs, but they also have many similarities to ours.
The most popular of Sweden's traditional dances is the polska (not to be confused with the polka or polka, originally...
Every time we look at classical Greece we inevitably find the comparison and opposition between Athens...
The Country of the Nile has had numerous rulers throughout its history. Discover which are the most important pharaohs of Ancient Egypt.
The alphabet and writing of ancient Greece are modeled on those created by the Phoenicians. These, originating from...
The official date of the Declaration of Independence of the Republic of Colombia is July 20, 1814.
These 8 dances of the world not only invite you to dance, but also to understand even better the influences and culture of different corners of the planet.
Elche today has many neighborhoods, new and traditional, more or less large, but each of them has its...
Discover the salt mines that are also known as the underground salt cathedral. They are located in the Polish city of Wieliczka.
We tell you which are the traditions of Canada and which are the most typical Canadian festivals, attended by thousands of people every year. Do you know them?
We bring you a summary with the most popular customs of Venezuela: its dances, such as the Joropo, in addition to the rituals, songs and more!
The Japanese tatami is one of the most characteristic elements of the Japanese country and, possibly, one of the least understood by Westerners.
Find out what are the typical drinks of England, what is the typical drink of London? We tell you here what the English drink.
Do you know the English breakfast? Fried eggs, bacon, sausages, fried tomatoes are some of its ingredients. Have you tried it?
Discover all the secrets of the typical Colombian costume of the Sanjuanero Huilense, a very typical Colombian tradition that will surprise you with its embroidery
Information about the typical Russian costume, its history, color patterns and more. How did they dress to enjoy traditional Russian music?
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?
Discover the most important traditions of Venezuela. Do you know which are the most characteristic Venezuelan traditions? Find out!
Colombia has a unique cultural diversity, if you want to know the Colombian culture in depth, do not miss our analysis on this interesting region
Do you want to know more about traditional Japanese crafts? We explain all the secrets of Japanese culture and traditions
Do you want to know more about the traditions of Cuba? We show you all the secrets of the customs of Cuba: culture, gastronomy, parties, sports and more
We tell you about all the traditions and customs of India, a unique country that stands out for its religions, gastronomy and curiosities
We bring you all the secrets of religion in Morocco: history, traditions, worship and ideas of a country that follows the Muslim tradition
Portugal is a unique country to travel to, but nothing better than knowing its customs to enjoy it to the fullest and know what Portuguese culture is like.
We bring you all the secrets of the traditional Dutch clothing: its famous clogs or komplen, traditional costumes and more
From the psychedelic villages of South Africa to the blue gardens of Marrakech, these 7 most colorful places in Africa will conquer you.
Many flags of the world in which we live have a very particular history and, sometimes, so interesting that we...
We show you the main customs and traditions of Portugal, passing through the crafts, gastronomy, festivities and Portuguese art.
The Egyptian religion has always ruled the lives of the locals. Islam is the most powerful, after Christianity and Judaism. We explain everything here
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
Traveling to Japan is an unforgettable experience although you have to take into account the rules of behavior and Japanese protocol
Do you want to know all the customs and traditions of Norwegian society? do not miss this article where we reveal all their customs
We reveal all the secrets of Swedish Polska, the so-called devil's dance: history, tradition and different types of polska
If you are going to travel to Ireland, nothing better than knowing the typical customs and traditions of the Irish people. That not everything is on St. Patrick's Day!
We bring you a compilation with the most typical traditional dances of Holland, so that you know their secrets and traditions.
Did you know that Norwegian society considers the family very important? we show you all the customs and traditions of the Norwegians
Did you know that chess was invented in India? In this article we reveal the most important inventions of India, and more than one will surprise you
Don't you know what the main English customs and traditions are? We teach you the most important parties, history of the 5:00 tea ...
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.
Do you want to know the story behind the Matryoshka, a well-known Russian doll separated into pieces? here we tell you all the secrets of this curious work
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