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South American Marriages and How They Contribute to Cultural Diversity

Understanding South American Marriages Marriage is a fundamental institution in South American societies. It is crucial in shaping cultural diversity across the continent. It is a binding force that unites individuals and encompasses broader social and cultural aspects. Exploring their societal role is essential to comprehend South American marriages’ significance fully. The Role of Marriage […]

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An American Wedding

North American Marriages and How They Contribute to Cultural Diversity

Marriages play a significant role in contributing to cultural diversity in North America. Intermingling different cultures through marriage has shaped the region’s social fabric, allowing for the exchange and preservation of diverse traditions, beliefs, and practices.                                      

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Two young people share a Spanish embrace.

Southern Europe Greetings and How They Contribute to Cultural Diversity

Southern Europe is home to 16 countries. The region has a population of approximately 150 million people. They include Italy, Spain, Greece, Portugal, Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Albania, Slovenia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Malta, Andorra, San Marino  Gibraltar, and Holy See. Holy See is the smallest country in the region, with a population of 520.

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Greeting culture in Hungary

Eastern Europe Greetings and How They Contribute to Cultural Diversity

Eastern Europe is home to 10 countries. It is home to approximately 290 million people. They include Russia, Ukraine, Poland, Belarus, Moldova, Romania, Bulgaria, Hungary, Slovakia, the Czech Republic, and the Baltic States (Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania). These countries were once part of the communist Eastern bloc during the Cold War, and the USSR was

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Greetings in the Philippines: "Mano"

South and Southeastern Asia Greetings and How They Contribute to Cultural Diversity

The region has 19 countries, 8 in South Asia and 11 in Southeastern Asia. The region’s population as of 2023 is over 2.7 billion: over 2 billion in South Asia and over 685 million in Southeastern Asia.     South and southeastern Asia is very dynamic and culturally rich, making the region perfect for learning

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Two young Brazillian ladies greeting with a kiss on the cheek

South America Greetings and How They Contribute to Cultural Diversity

South America has 12 countries and two dependencies, with over 433 million people. Most countries in the region speak Spanish, but some countries like Brazil speak Portuguese, Suriname is Dutch, French Guiana is French, and Guyana and Falkland Island are English. The region has breathtaking landscapes and a mosaic of cultures that hold a fascinating

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North American Greetings

Exploring North America Greetings and How They Contribute to Cultural Diversity

North America is home to 23 countries with a population of over 579 million people and countless ethnic backgrounds.   The region’s history is a complex interplay of indigenous heritage, European colonial legacies, and modern realities. Indigenous peoples, often overlooked, are the backbone of North America’s cultural heritage. Tribes such as the Navajo, Hopi, Mohawk,

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