Europe
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Lithuania
History of Lithuania
Brief history of Lithuania summarized A short tour of the history of Lithuania, from its beginnings to the present day, passing through the Soviet Union. Former lithuania The ancestors of modern Lithuanians were a people called the Balts (or Balts) who arrived in the area around 2000 BC In 1240 AD a man named Mindaugas united the Lithuanian tribes. He was the first King (Grand Duke) of the country, and in 1251 he converted to Christianity. Mindaugas was assassinated in 1263 and his people reverted to paganism. In 1316, Lithuania was united again by a man named Gediminas. He chose…
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Traditions and customs of Lithuania
What traditions and customs of Lithuania? Discover the customs and traditions of Lithuania, a country in the Baltic Region. Food and economy Food in daily life The typical diet consists of items that are readily available and inexpensive. National dishes reflect the economic situation and the fact that the climate is cold for much of the year, causing a shortage of vegetables in winter and the desire to prepare and eat hot and healthy food. Pork, smoked meats, cabbage, beets, and potatoes are staples. Two of the traditional favorites are šaltibarščiai, cold beetroot soup with buttermilk, and cepelinai, boiled potato…
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Traditions and customs of Northern Ireland
What traditions and customs are there in Northern Ireland? We review the customs and traditions of Northern Ireland. Gastronomy Food in daily life The diet is quite simple. Porridge or oatmeal is often eaten for breakfast. Mid-morning one stops for a cup of tea or coffee with biscuits or biscuits. Most people eat their main meal at midday. This meal is usually meat-based, with beef, chicken, pork, or lamb. Fish and chips are eaten for a quick meal, and rich soup with lots of bread can be bought in taverns at lunch time. Potatoes are a staple food, but onions,…
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Ireland
Ireland language
The Republic of Ireland is a country belonging to Europe, whose capital is Dublin. It has a population of 5 million inhabitants (123º) and an extension of 70,273 km 2 (118º). Its human development index is very high (it is the 4th highest in the world) and its official currency is the euro. And what language is spoken in Ireland? What language do they speak in Ireland? Ireland has two official languages: English , spoken by 99% of the population. Irish , which is also the national language, is only spoken by 36% of the population. The most common immigrant…
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History of Ireland
Brief History of Ireland Abridged A brief tour of the history of Ireland, a European country, in a summarized way. Ancient Ireland The first humans arrived in Ireland between 7,000 and 6,000 BC after the end of the last ice age. The early Irish lived by farming, fishing, and gathering food such as plants and shellfish. Stone Age hunters used to live by the sea or on the banks of rivers and lakes where food was abundant. They hunted animals such as deer and wild boar. They also hunted birds and seals with harpoons. Around 4,000 BC agriculture was introduced…
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Traditions and customs of Ireland
What customs and traditions are there in Ireland? The traditions and customs of Ireland (the southern one). Food and economy Food in daily life The Irish diet is similar to that of other Northern European nations. Emphasis is placed on the consumption of meat, cereals, bread and potatoes in most meals. Vegetables such as cabbage, turnips, carrots, and broccoli are also popular as side dishes for meat and potatoes. Traditional Irish eating habits, influenced by the agricultural spirit, consisted of four meals: breakfast, dinner (midday and main of the day), tea (early afternoon, as opposed to “high tea” served usually…
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England
England language
England is a nation, of the United Kingdom, which belongs to Europe and whose capital is London. It has a population of 56 million inhabitants and an area of 130,395 km 2. Its human development index is very high (21st) and its official currency is the pound sterling. But what language is spoken in England? What language do they speak in England? England has no official language. English is the de facto national language. In addition to English, there are two other languages native to England: Cornish and Welsh. Cornish was no longer spoken in the 18th century, but is…
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England
England history
A brief history of England in brief A brief tour of the extensive history of England, as a summary. But first of all, we leave you with this interesting analysis of what the British Empire would be like if it were a country today. Prehistoric england The history of England begins around 4,500 BC, when agriculture was introduced. Using stone axes, farmers began to cut down the forests that covered England. They grew wheat and barley and kept herds of cattle, pigs and sheep. However, in addition to farming, they also hunted animals such as deer, horses, and wild boars,…
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Traditions and customs of England
What traditions and customs are there in England? A look at the customs and traditions of England, an island country in Europe. Gastronomy Food in daily life England is known for its mild cuisine. Traditional notions of the middle-class diet place meats at the center of the main meal, which is usually eaten at midday. Along with this main course, there could be a dish such as a meat casserole, and fish was also consumed. Heavy sauces, sauces, soups and stews or puddings (savory and sweet), and pies and cakes were also eaten. Vegetables included potatoes and carrots, turnips and…
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Hungary
Language of Hungary
Hungary is a country that belongs to Europe, whose capital is Budapest. Its population is almost 10 million inhabitants (92º) and its extension is 93,030 km 2 (108º). Its human development index is very high (45º) and its official currency is the Hungarian forint. But what language is spoken in Hungary? What language do they speak in Hungary? Hungary has one official language, Hungarian. Furthermore, as Hungary has signed the European Charter for Minority or Regional Languages, the government provides special protection to its minority languages, which are: German (18,600 native speakers), Armenian (440), Boyash, Bulgarian (2,900), Croatian (13,700), Slovak…
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