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15 foods to eat for good luck on New Year's Day
According to Vietnamese tradition, eating the following dishes at the beginning of the year will bring good luck for the whole year.
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The meaning of Christmas tree lighting ceremony
The tradition of bringing a pine tree into the house to decorate for Christmas originated in Germany in the 16th century, when they attached beeswax candles to the branc…
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The surprising truth about the turmeric yellow color of cheese
Behind the golden, delicious cheeses we enjoy is a fascinating and complex story of color change.
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Who painted portraits of Nobel Prize winners?
Every October, after the Nobel Prize winners are announced, the world gets to see iconic portraits.
Animal world
Maybe you don't know: Turkeys were once worshiped as gods!
In the past, turkeys played an important role in the religious beliefs of the ancient Mayan civilization.
Life
10 cultural tips you need to know before traveling to India
When traveling to India, the first thing you need to keep in mind is to learn about their culture and traditions. Learn how to greet, behave, eat appropriately
History
Why are all white swans in England owned by the queen?
From a past tradition, all white swans on the open water in England are still owned by the queen.
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Overview of the production process of 'expensive' earthy perfumes in India
The city of Kanoj, India is the only place where this long tradition of handmade perfumery is preserved.
History
How did the ancient Maya give their children unique names?
The ancient Maya had many interesting customs and traditions. Among these, they have a very unique way of naming their children. It is named after the date of birth.
1001 mystery
Americans rush to hunt prehistoric monsters
In the cold winter, many families from Wisconsin (USA) have a tradition of gathering on a lake in the hope of catching one of the giant fish beneath the ice.
Biology
A completely new species discovered on Australia's 'sacred rock'
The new species belongs to a family of sacred plants associated with the spiritual traditions of the indigenous peoples.
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New species discovered on 'sacred rock' in Australia
The new species belongs to a sacred plant 'family' tied to the spiritual traditions of the indigenous people, which has grown surprisingly strong, despite the unsuitable…
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Top 10 bizarre trends of the Middle Ages
Every era has its own distinct customs, beliefs and traditions. To be fair, however, there is rarely a period in history that can be considered as outlandish as the Midd…
1001 mystery
The mystery at the majestic mountain 'swallows people'
According to the local tradition, Mount Nyangani is a sacred place and inhabited by the spirits of their ancestors.
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Meaning of the kiss in the eve of Western people
Historians think that according to the old concept of the Germans, New Year's Eve kiss can bring good luck for the new year.