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The food culture in the Philippines is very different from that of the Western’s culture. Filipinos are big eaters and love to eat rice. Rice is a food staple in every Filipino’s meal every day. It’s quite impossible to see a Filipino who doesn’t eat rice, unless that person is on a strict diet. In fact, there are many restaurants who even offer “unlimited rice”. That’s how huge Filipinos’.
Music, Arts and Literature
Jhonna Mae M. Ganzale BS-crim 1 block A
EUROPE
ART. CULTURE. HISTORY.
So many of the world’s treasures are packed into the small continent of Europe, it is a traveler’s paradise. From the lights of Paris to the wonders of Rome to the beaches of Greece, Europe is truly the panacea for all wanderlust.
The proximity of the countries, cities, and attractions in Europe means you can pack an awful lot into one trip, even if you only visit one country or even just one city. If you’re planning to move around a lot, make sure you plan your transfers well in advance and consider purchasing a EuroRail pass. The high-speed trains are among the most efficient ways to travel.
Bask in the sun on Spain’s beaches, wander the streets of London, explore the Irish countryside, marvel at the monuments of Rome, indulge in Parisian cuisine. Everywhere you go in Europe holds new epicurean delights, cultural wonders, historic marvels, and scenic splendor.
Whether you’re an art lover, history buff, foodie, adventure junkie, sports fan, beach bum, sailor, or all of the above, Europe has a broad variety of attractions to satisfy you.
NORTH AMERICA
Since its founding, the Field Museum has devoted considerable attention to the Native peoples of North America. The result is a series of collections of striking depth, strong in recent history and contemporary culture. Staff collaborate with Native American groups, who come regularly to visit and study the collections of their nations.
In October 2018, we committed to transforming the Native North American Hall and made a land acknowledgment recognizing that our building resides on the land of Indigenous peoples.
SOUTH AFRICA
Daily life and social customs
As they are everywhere in the world, patterns of daily life in South Africa are conditioned by social class, ethnicity, religion, and residence: the life of a Black diamond miner in Limpopo province is much different from that of an Indian shopkeeper in Durban, an Afrikaner office worker in Johannesburg, or a teacher of English extraction in Cape Town. As the government struggles to expand the economy in order to provide equally for all citizens, great disparities continue to exist. Yet, all these people are likely to enjoy much the same pleasures: the company of family and friends, films from the studios of Johannesburg and Hollywood alike, music and dance, and visits to South Africa’s magnificent national parks and scenic landscapes.
The great mixture of cultures makes for a wide variety of food choices in the country, from the traditional food of various cultures to the cosmopolitan cuisine that is available in many large cities throughout the world. African food is centred around vegetables, with maize (corn) as an important staple, often in the form of a porridge known as mealie pap. A dish made from broken dried corn kernels, sugar beans, butter, onions, potatoes, chiles, and lemon is called umngqusho. It is still possible to visit a shebeen, an African tavern where beer is home-brewed. Dutch and English settlers introduced sausages and bobotie, a meat pie made with minced meat that has been cooked with brown sugar, apricots and raisins, milk-soaked mashed bread, and curry flavouring. The Portuguese introduced various fish dishes to the country. The Indian influence added spices and even samosas, savoury pastries popular as a snack. All South Africans enjoy the braai, a South African barbeque. Beef, chicken, lamb, pork, ostrich, and other game meat are savoured, although meat consumption is limited in many places because of its expense.
Africa
Family Traditions & Ancestors
South African Tourism
Mama Tofu, Qunu, African culture
There is nothing more important in African culture than family. In most tribes, ’family’ is not considered to just be immediate family, as in the Western world, but includes the extended family – aunts, uncles, cousins, etc. Ancestors are also important.
Most importantly, though, and one of the traits that the Western world could take a few lessons from, is the respect given to the elders in the family. Big decisions involving any member of the family usually require a meeting of the elders.
Any important occasion is celebrated with the whole family, so African celebrations tend to be large and noisy!
A predominant belief throughout sub-Saharan Africa is that of the spirits of the ancestors. Huge importance is placed on appeasing them. It is believed that once a person dies, they continue to be interested in, and influence, the lives of their families.
Many of the traditions, dances and ceremonies still practiced in African culture are done so as a means of communicating with the ancestors. They are relied on for guidance.
Australia
The defining feature of today’s Australia is not only the cultural diversity of its people, but the extent to which they are united by an overriding and unifying commitment to Australia. Within the framework of Australia’s laws, all Australians have the right to express their culture and beliefs and to participate freely in Australia’s national life. At the same time, everyone is expected to uphold the principles and shared values that support Australia’s way of life. These include:
-respect for equal worth, dignity and freedom of the individual
-freedom of speech and association
-freedom of religion and a secular government
-support for parliamentary democracy and the rule of law
-equality under the law
-equality of men and women
-equality of opportunity
-peacefulness
-a spirit of egalitarianism that embraces tolerance, mutual respect, and compassion for those in need. Australia also holds firmly to the belief that no one should be disadvantaged on the basis of their country of birth, cultural heritage, language, gender or religious belief.
Malaysia
Malacca, Street artASIA
Street Art in Malacca (Melaka)
Although Penang is the street art capital of Malaysia, it’s not the country’s only place to see it, over the last few years local
Philippines
Food
harana kaugalian ng mga pilipino
Music, arts, and literature play a big role in the Philippine culture and arts because Filipinos are very creative. When it comes to music, they use materials, usually raw, to create sound. This is just one of the many examples of indigenous practices in the Philippines.
