Culture 2024, November

Russians in the USA: work and life in immigration

Russians in the USA: work and life in immigration

Many associate America with a heavenly and carefree existence and think that if a person gets the opportunity to go there for permanent residence, then he receives the main prize in his life. But at the same time, a large number of emigrants are returning to their homeland, since living in the United States is not so easy for Russians

Krasnodar libraries: list, description, addresses

Krasnodar libraries: list, description, addresses

Libraries today are not just large book repositories, but also information centers. Libraries of Krasnodar can be called temples of literature and culture. Here you can get acquainted with new books, work at the computer, attend a creative evening of local talents. In the new review, we propose to find out what libraries are in the capital of the Kuban, where are they located?

Agnostic is Basics of agnosticism

Agnostic is Basics of agnosticism

Agnosticism appeared in the 19th century, and since then this doctrine has gained many adherents. Consider its basic principles

Tolerance is tolerance? Not

Tolerance is tolerance? Not

Few people use the word "tolerance" correctly. In this article we will tell you what it is and what its main principles are

Frick - who is this? The whole truth about freaks

Frick - who is this? The whole truth about freaks

In our time, society generates more and more different subcultures and movements. In this article we will tell you who the freaks are

Energy Day: history, features and interesting facts

Energy Day: history, features and interesting facts

A thin power line separates the modern progressive world from the Stone Age. Many people work day and night, tirelessly in order to have light and heat in their homes. From the hot south with its scorching sun to the cold north with its frosts, from lowlands and valleys to mountains and hills, there will be a power line everywhere, and the one who leads it is a power engineer. And he has his own special, unique holiday - Power Engineer's Day

When is Son's Day? Celebrating a holiday in Russia

When is Son's Day? Celebrating a holiday in Russia

An article about the history of the Son's Day, promotion, traditions of the celebration. Here you can find out who should be congratulated, and what methods of congratulations you can take note of

"Yoldyzlyk" ("Constellation of Talents") - the brightest festival in Tatarstan

"Yoldyzlyk" ("Constellation of Talents") - the brightest festival in Tatarstan

"Yoldyzlyk" translated from the Tatar language means "constellation". It is also the name of the largest television youth pop art festival in the Republic of Tatarstan. Why was this event created several decades ago? Is it as big as they say it is? And does the festival have a future outside the republic?

An example of moral duty from literature and films: description, features and values

An example of moral duty from literature and films: description, features and values

The article is devoted to the review of examples of the fulfillment of moral duty by the heroes of literature and cinema. The paper provides a brief overview of the characteristics of the characters who committed a moral feat in difficult times

How to cheer up mom: 11 practical tips

How to cheer up mom: 11 practical tips

How to cheer up a sad mom: 10 practical tips. What to do if mom is tired and sad? How to make mom happy

Spreading cranberry: the meaning and origin of phraseology

Spreading cranberry: the meaning and origin of phraseology

Have you ever heard the expression: "spreading cranberry"? Have you ever wondered what it means and where it came from in Russian? In this article, we invite you to learn everything about this interesting idiom

"Raven to count": the meaning of a phraseological unit, origin, synonyms and antonyms

"Raven to count": the meaning of a phraseological unit, origin, synonyms and antonyms

What does the expression "crow count" mean? Where did this phrase come from? Here you will find answers to these questions. You will also learn synonyms and antonyms of this expression and other phraseological units with the word "crow"

You can't see anything: the meaning of a phraseological unit, origin, synonyms

You can't see anything: the meaning of a phraseological unit, origin, synonyms

What does the expression "not visible" mean? Where did this phrase come from? Here you will find answers to these questions

Friendzone is a kind of friendship between a man and a woman

Friendzone is a kind of friendship between a man and a woman

Friendzone is a type of friendship between a guy and a girl. But such friendship has one peculiarity - the girl, realizing that the guy likes it, does not reciprocate, but at the same time she keeps him close to her in every possible way

On earth everything is mutual - it is laid down by nature itself

On earth everything is mutual - it is laid down by nature itself

Happy couples are always in dialogue, avoiding negative emotions, trying to improve their opinion of themselves. Instead of arguing, a woman and a man are ready to listen to each other's opinion every second, which is why a problem has arisen

Where did the idiom "Apple of discord" come from

Where did the idiom "Apple of discord" come from

"Apple of Discord". This phraseological unit originates in ancient Greek mythology. By the way, the myths of different peoples are one of the largest sources of the origin of popular expressions

Symbol of good and evil. Yin Yang. The cat in the Egyptian cult. Open hand (hamsa)

Symbol of good and evil. Yin Yang. The cat in the Egyptian cult. Open hand (hamsa)

Throughout the history of human civilization, people have sought to know good and evil. Even in ancient times, the sages noticed an inextricable connection between these opposite phenomena of the physical and non-material worlds. One is impossible without the other, like darkness without light, life without death, disease without he alth, we alth without poverty, mind without stupidity, etc

The Museum of the History of Tomsk keeps the memory of four centuries

The Museum of the History of Tomsk keeps the memory of four centuries

The Amazing Museum of the History of Tomsk has collected a collection of unique exhibits that tell about the life and life of Tomsk residents in different historical eras

Solovki stone - a place of political protest

Solovki stone - a place of political protest

Russians have gone through many upheavals. Among them, total repressions for political and religious reasons on the territory of the Soviet Union in the twentieth century remain terrible and incomprehensible to many people. In memory of the victims of the totalitarian regime under the Soviet regime, a memorial monument was erected - the Solovetsky Stone in Moscow on the Lubyanka and in St. Petersburg

Reserve "Tauric Chersonese": photos and reviews of tourists

Reserve "Tauric Chersonese": photos and reviews of tourists

Tauric Chersonesos – that was the name of the city, which was founded by ancient Greek colonists more than two and a half thousand years ago. The settlement was built in the southwestern part of the Crimean peninsula. Today the ruins of this settlement are a landmark of Sevastopol

Western values and their expansion into Russia

Western values and their expansion into Russia

After the Soviet Union ceased to exist, the centralized system of managing the country's values disappeared. And Russia began to search for new moral guidelines. Since that time, according to experts, the problem of correlating traditional Russian and liberal European values has arisen. Let's talk about what the Western value system is and why its spread in Russia causes various problems

Monuments of the Eagle: photo

Monuments of the Eagle: photo

It's a pleasure to walk in this city, admiring the wondrous nature and sights. Eagle monuments reflect its heroic past, which the townspeople are proud of, and hopes for a happy future

Tomb of Tutankhamun - what secret does the tomb of the pharaoh hide?

Tomb of Tutankhamun - what secret does the tomb of the pharaoh hide?

Tutankhamun's tomb is a legend that has come to life, its discovery is the greatest day for Egyptologists and scientists who have not previously been able to touch the history of the burial of the pharaohs. And only in 1922, exciting facts were obtained, which became direct evidence of the luxury of the burial of the lords of an ancient civilization

Palace Chaillot in Paris: photo, description

Palace Chaillot in Paris: photo, description

Everyone who ended up in Paris and climbed the Eiffel Tower saw the building, which is surrounded by dense vegetation. This is the Palace of Chaillot, which has an interesting and rich history, despite the fact that it was built in the 20th century. About this beautiful building, its architecture and interesting facts will be written in this article

Ancient temples of Egypt. Sights of Egypt: temples, palaces, fortresses

Ancient temples of Egypt. Sights of Egypt: temples, palaces, fortresses

Egypt is one of those countries whose visit allows you to see with your own eyes the beauty of the ancient world, preserved in magnificent works of architecture

Triumphal Arch (Kursk): photo, description, history, address

Triumphal Arch (Kursk): photo, description, history, address

Immediately after the end of the war, attempts were made to perpetuate the memory of the participants in the Battle of Kursk. In 1973, the memorial "In honor of the heroes of the Battle of Kursk" was opened, temples were erected in honor of those who died in terrible battles, monuments, monuments. One of such majestic symbols of the Great Victory is the Triumphal Arch in Kursk. Photos, description and history of the creation of the monument are presented in our article

Where is the world's largest museum?

Where is the world's largest museum?

Many must have wondered for a long time where the largest museum in the world is located. To be honest, there is no definitive answer yet. Although most will name the most popular among tourists the Louvre, located in Paris. However, if you turn to sources on the Internet, then it is considered only the third largest. And what museums then are located in the first and second place?

Nika of Samothrace - a familiar stranger

Nika of Samothrace - a familiar stranger

This beautiful lady is only a few years old - around 2204. Compared to many other young ladies of a similar origin, she is still very young. Nika arrived at the Louvre from the island of Samothrace, in the Aegean Sea (according to one of the myths, this island was the residence of Poseidon), where in 1863 she honored the vice-consul of France and amateur archaeologist Charles Champoiseau, appearing before his clear eyes not far from the city of Andrinopol

How are the carnivals in Venice? Description, dates, costumes, tourist reviews

How are the carnivals in Venice? Description, dates, costumes, tourist reviews

Everyone knows about the riot of colors and fun during the Venice Carnival, and up to a million tourists come to the spectacular event. The amazing atmosphere of the holiday infects everyone who takes part in the grandiose procession through the narrow streets of the ancient city

Beer Festival in St. Petersburg

Beer Festival in St. Petersburg

Beer Festival is a very popular entertainment in St. Petersburg. The city hosts several festivals every year. We will talk about the largest of them in this article

Oktoberfest in Germany: photo and description

Oktoberfest in Germany: photo and description

The world's most popular tourist destination in late September early October is Munich, where more than 6 million people come to the Oktoberfest every year. For more than 200 years, the festival of beer has been invariably popular with lovers of this drink. “Oktoberfest” in Germany has gained such momentum over the past decades that it is invariably included in the Guinness book as the largest event of its kind in the world

Monumental sculpture: definition. The most famous classical and modern monuments of monumental sculpture

Monumental sculpture: definition. The most famous classical and modern monuments of monumental sculpture

Monumental sculpture is quite different from other similar types of art. This is due to the fact that it embodies not only the author's intention, but also a great historical moment or even a full-fledged period

The cream of society: the definition of the concept

The cream of society: the definition of the concept

The article is devoted to a brief overview of the concept of "cream of society". The paper indicates the main features of this group and the current state of

Ethnos is the keeper of antiquities

Ethnos is the keeper of antiquities

In the specialized literature, the designations of an ethnos, a nation and a civilization are often confused. The terminology and concepts in this area have not been developed purely theoretically. Several types of designations of human community coexist. But the majority agree on one thing: an ethnos is a collective with a common and carefully preserved myth about its own origin from generation to generation

Ethnic stereotypes: examples, functions, types

Ethnic stereotypes: examples, functions, types

Ethnic stereotypes play an important role in interracial as well as in intergroup relations. They are simplified images of individuals that have a high degree of consistency

What does it mean to "burn life": definition and meaning

What does it mean to "burn life": definition and meaning

Do you know how to burn life? And most importantly - do you need to know how to do it? You can easily find answers to these and some other questions in our article

Monument to Nicholas I on St. Isaac's Square in St. Petersburg

Monument to Nicholas I on St. Isaac's Square in St. Petersburg

The article is devoted to the review and description of the monument to Nicholas I on St. Isaac's Square in St. Petersburg. The paper describes the features of the composition and its significance in the architectural ensemble

Proverb about knowledge is the great wisdom of the people

Proverb about knowledge is the great wisdom of the people

Each proverb is designed to teach, instruct. Sayings about knowledge are deep thoughts that help make life happy

The best proverbs about a person

The best proverbs about a person

Proverbs and sayings are the abbreviated essence of the mentality of any nation. Particularly interesting are those that pay attention to human behavior and its qualities

Moscow Palace of Youth. MDM is one of the largest entertainment complexes in Moscow

Moscow Palace of Youth. MDM is one of the largest entertainment complexes in Moscow

The real center of the cultural life of the capital of Russia is the Moscow Palace of Youth, popularly known as MDM. Decades after the opening, it still hosts a youth audience within its walls, satisfying its comprehensive needs