Asia
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Saudi Arabia
Typical Saudi Arabia food
Geographic setting and environment Saudi Arabia, the third largest country in Asia, makes up about four-fifths of the Arabian Peninsula. The other countries that share the peninsula – Yemen, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait – have a much smaller area. A narrow plain runs along the Red Sea coast. The Hijaz Mountains (Al Hijaz) rise sharply from the sea. At least a third of the total area is a sandy desert. There are no lakes, and except for artesian wells (wells where water flows naturally to the surface) in the eastern oases, there are no rivers…
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Saudi Arabian traditions and customs
What traditions and customs are there in Saudi Arabia? An overview of the traditions and customs of Saudi Arabia. Gastronomy Food in daily life The traditional staple foods were dates; goat, camel and cow milk; ghee, cheese and other dairy products; bread and other foods made from wheat, millet and barley; pumpkin, eggplant, okra, squash, beans, leeks, onions, and some other vegetables; mint, coriander, parsley and cumin; and occasionally lamb, goat or camel meat and, on the coasts, fish. Older people remember the meals of the past as simple but adequate, without a wasted bite. They ate regularly at home…
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Korean History (South/North)
Brief history of Korea (North and South) summarized A brief review of the history of both Koreas, both North and South, in an entertaining and summarized way. Ancient Korea In 4000 BC there were stone age farmers living in Korea. Around the year 1000 BC they had already learned to use bronze. By 300 BC they had learned to use iron to make tools and weapons. At first, Korea was divided into tribes, but over time organized kingdoms emerged. There were three of them, Goguryeo in the north and Silla and Baekje in the south. According to legend, Silla was…
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South Korea
South Korean language
The Republic of Korea is a country in East Asia, and its capital is Seoul. It has a population of more than 51 million inhabitants (27th) and an area of 100,363 km2 (107th). Its human development index is very high (22nd) and its official currency is the South Korean won. And what language is spoken in South Korea? What language do they speak in South Korea? South Korea has one official language, Korean. In education, English is a compulsory subject, while Japanese or Mandarin Chinese are optional. Approximately 10% of the South Korean population can speak English well; most of…
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Traditions and customs of South Korea
What traditions and customs are there in South Korea? From East Asia and North Korea’s northern neighbor, the customs and traditions of South Korea. Gastronomy Food in daily life The rapid changes in lifestyles that have accompanied economic development since the 1960s have changed the traditional pattern of eating rice with every meal. Some urbanites can eat toast, eggs, and milk for breakfast, using a fork and knife. However, for many people, a bowl of steamed white rice, a vegetable soup with soybean paste and a bowl of kimch’I can still be the basic daily meal, to which vegetables, fish,…
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North Korean traditions and customs
What traditions and customs are there in North Korea? The northern part introduces us to the customs and traditions of North Korea. Gastronomy Food in daily life White rice and beef soup was once a symbol of fine dining in North Korean rhetoric. It is uncertain whether the population continues to eat (steamed) white rice due to severe food shortages that have become apparent in recent years. Visitors from abroad normally receive abundant food, including meat, vegetables, dairy products and fruits. However, ordinary citizens do not eat such a wide variety of foods. In addition, the North Korean diet does…
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Korea
Korean music
Korean music is a mix of Chinese and Japanese influences and indigenous elements. Although it was primarily an independent state (except during the colonization of the Mongol Empire or a dependent state of the Chinese Empire for a short period of time and finally during the colonization of the Japanese Empire in 1910), Korea has been divided into two since the War of Korea, but its traditional music and culture remain the same. The only difference comes from the western capitalist influence on modern music in the South, and the western communist influence in the North. Korean traditional music (gugak)…
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Nepal
Nepali language
The Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal is a country belonging to Asia, whose capital is Kathmandu. It has a population of 28 million inhabitants (49º) and its extension is 147,516 km2 (93º). Its human development index is medium (147th) and its official currency is the Nepalese rupee. But what language is spoken in Nepal? What language do they speak in Nepal? Nepal has one official language, Nepali. However, its constitution states the following: Article 6: All native languages spoken in Nepal are national languages of Nepal. Article 7b: In addition to the Nepali language, provinces may choose one or more…
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Nepalese history
Brief history of Nepal summarized A brief review of the history of Nepal, an Asian country. The beginnings of Nepal Nepal was known to ancient Indians. He was mentioned in the classical literature of India. In the third century BC the great Indian emperor introduced Buddhism to Nepal. Nepal was also in contact with China. Around 200 AD a people called the Lichavis took power in Nepal. Under them Nepal flourished and great temples, both Hindu and Buddhist, were built. However, the Lichavis eventually declined and a new era began in 879 AD. They were replaced by a series of…
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Malaysia
Malaysia language
The Federation of Malaysia is a country belonging to Asia, and whose capital is Kuala Lumpur. It has a population of 32 million inhabitants (44th), and an area of 330,803 km 2 (66th). Its human development index is very high (57th) and its official currency is the ringgit (or Malaysian dollar). And what language is spoken in Malaysia? What language do they speak in Malaysia? Malaysia has only one official language, Malay. Furthermore, English is a recognized language. However, Malaysia is one of the most multilingual countries in the world, with 133 living languages (112 of them are indigenous). The…
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