Aruba
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Aruban language
Aruba is an autonomous country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, belonging to South America, whose capital is Oranjestad. It has a population of 100,000 inhabitants and an area of 178.91 km 2. Its human development index is very high, and its official currency is the Aruban florin. And what language is spoken in Aruba? What language do they speak in Aruba? Aruba has two official languages: Dutch, used for administrative and legal purposes, is spoken by 6.1 % of the population. Papiamento, spoken by 69.4% of the inhabitants. Other languages of great importance (as mother tongue) in the country…
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Traditions and customs of Aruba
What traditions and customs are there in Aruba? A general explanation of the customs and traditions of Aruba, a Caribbean country. Gastronomy Food in daily life The traditional menu is dominated by corn dishes (“funchi”, pan bati), goat meat, fish and stoba, local vegetable stews (peas, beans). Today, rice, chicken, beef and fish are the most consumed foods. The number one snack is the pastechi, a small pastry filled with cheese or beef. International food chains and Chinese, Italian, and other ethnic restaurants have grown in popularity. Most of the food products are imported. Food customs on ceremonial occasions Food…
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