Blogs Posts in Etiquette Matters category; 137 blog posts

Eiffel Tower An immense structure (Paris-France)

In 1889 The Eiffel Tower was built for the World Exhibition, held in celebration of the French Revolution in 1789. The construction was only meant to last for the duration of the Exposition, but it still stands today, despite all pro [...]

Posted On : Mar, 31 2007 | Comments : 0

Maori Warrior 'New Zealand'

The Maori were the first settlers of New Zealand. Maori society on the islands eventually became organized into tribes, and warfare between groups may have been frequent. A Maori warrior greets John Daniel, Assistant Director-General for E [...]

Posted On : Mar, 30 2007 | Comments : 0

Sumo wrestling 'Japan'

Sumo is a form of wrestling, which goes back to the earliest historical records in Japanese history. Wrestling is a popular sport that dates back many thousands of years. Sumo wrestling is not only the oldest of Japan’s vario [...]

Posted On : Mar, 30 2007 | Comments : 0

Balinese dances

Balinese dances are famous all over the world and the Balinese themselves take them very seriously. Theater and dance is an integral part of Balinese culture. Birthdays, weddings, and temples festivals are all occasions for dramatic perform [...]

Posted On : Mar, 30 2007 | Comments : 0

Australian Culture

The grumbling, growling, cursing, profane, laughing, beer drinking, abusive, loyal-to-his-mates Australian is one of the few free men left on this earth. There is no better way of life in the world than that of the Australian. He fear [...]

Posted On : Mar, 29 2007 | Comments : 0

Bobo peple

The Bobo peple have lived in western Burkina Faso and Mali for centuries. They are known for their masks which are worn with elaborate outfits for celebrations. Primarily agricultral people they also cultivate cotton which they use to trade [...]

Posted On : Mar, 29 2007 | Comments : 0

Lima 'Peru' (save Inca mummies buried beneath Tupac Amaru)

Racing against bulldozers and development, archaeologist team worked to save hundreds of Inca mummies buried beneath Tupac Amaru, a Peruvian shantytown. A female mummy with child is unwrapped in the lab of Guillermo Cock. &quo [...]

Posted On : Mar, 24 2007 | Comments : 0

Etiquette in the Middle East

The Middle East is home to large populations of Muslims, Jews and Christians. These groups may not get along well with each other but their notions of etiquette are similar. $HOME$ It is generally a good idea to dress modestly whi [...]

Posted On : Mar, 16 2007 | Comments : 0

Playing it COOL in North America

North America contains two large countries: Canada and the USA. Both these countries are home to a diverse and multi cultural population. Any consideration of etiquette must begin with an appreciation of the racial pride each community exhi [...]

Posted On : Mar, 09 2007 | Comments : 0

European Etiquette

Europe is home to the second most diversified population in the world, after Asia. The Muslims of Turkey and the Roman Catholics of Italy may not seem to have much in common but rules of etiquette are often very similar. The British and th [...]

Posted On : Mar, 07 2007 | Comments : 0

Etiquette in South America

South America has a tropical climate and its inhabitants are as warm hearted as the weather. Tradition and religion play a much larger role in social life than in Europe and North America. Many countries share a number of traditions, but [...]

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