Culture 2024, September
A subculture can be called a group of people who are united by common views on life, different from the worldview that is imposed by the majority. Often they are united not only by similar thinking, but also by certain musical preferences, as well as clothing style
Fun is good. And if it is also supported by an important event - just wonderful. On such days, there is nothing better than to throw the hardships away and fully feel the atmosphere of the holiday, gathering loved ones around you
One of the most famous museums in the world. Kilometer-long queues line up in it, regardless of the weather outside. It has many branches, its own theater, orchestra and unusual cats. Read this article and you will know a brief history of the Hermitage. You will get acquainted with some of the exhibits and the luxurious atmosphere of the halls. We will talk about the different buildings included in the museum complex. The information will be of interest to all lovers of national culture and connoisseurs of masterpieces of world art
Often in a conversation, without much thought, some proverb or saying pops up. It is brighter, more aphoristic and wiser reflects what was said earlier and helps to shade it more colorfully. The people, who concluded a concentrated thought in it, figuratively generalized life experience in it. Further in the article, we will use examples to analyze what the expression “break - do not build” means
It's amazing how quickly new words take up space in our language. Americans are usually called "Pindos". Where did such a dubious nickname come from? Where are its roots? What does it mean?
Mining, metal processing led to the emergence of a new profession. A gunsmith is a master of making weapons, protective equipment. He was engaged in the manufacture of swords and shields, helmets and crossbows
"There is no limit to perfection!" - so says the well-known saying. However, there are always those who are better than others can do any work. They are admired, idolized, hated… But few people know that behind the work of the master is often the painstaking work of his assistant - apprentice
Tact is a set of moral qualities to strive for. The manifestation of these facets of the human personality applies to all areas of life, and especially those associated with relationships and communication
Raising a person who is pleasant in every sense is quite difficult. In each of us, a variety of feelings and emotions rage. A tactful person is one who knows how to tame his negative manifestations, enabling everyone who is next to him to feel respected
Food is a favorite topic for composing proverbs. Why does it become such a frequent occasion for expressing popular experience? If you look closely, it becomes clear that proverbs about food express pressing problems, without which not a single person simply could survive
Nothing expresses age-old folk wisdom like proverbs. These short but capacious statements always help out when there is no place for other words. At the same time, the meaning of the same proverb can equally accurately explain completely different situations
Deja vu is one of the most mysterious and little-studied phenomena of the human psyche. Many people from time to time feel that this or that event in their life has already been experienced before. All this happened, but when?
American surnames and names are very diverse. But what do they mean, how are surnames formed, and how are names given to American children? Read about it in the article below. Do not hesitate - it will be interesting
Whatever kind of activity the representatives of the weaker sex choose, be it a secretary, a housewife, a teacher or a doctor, they always look impressive and attractive. And, of course, what man will not admire a lady who plays sports, and even on a professional basis. It's no secret that female athletes drive a huge number of the stronger sex crazy with their beauty
Many people are looking forward to the approach of spring. And when February comes, spring is just around the corner. This is the last cold month when winter fights with spring for its rights. But no matter how hard she tries, the long-awaited warmth is already felt in the air
Learning surnames is a fun activity and also one of the ways to immerse yourself in the language and culture of a particular country
The origin of a surname depends on the specifics of the traditions of the country in which its owner was born. For example, Dutch surnames are considered among the funniest in the world
Everyone knows that it is customary for Eskimos to kiss differently from the rest of the world. Their exchange of tenderness is quite unconventional. The Eskimo kiss involves, first of all, the contact of noses. There is some deep meaning hidden in this action. Let's try to find out what the Eskimo kiss means?
Sometimes you look at a couple in love and marvel at how idyllic they are. But six months pass, and the first quarrels begin. Sometimes it can even lead to a fight. But the woman clenched her teeth and said to herself (and sometimes out loud): “If you hit, then you love.” Where did this expression come from, let's figure it out
Moscow is a capital city, a city that never sleeps, and a city that, of course, has a huge historical heritage. It was built up over the centuries, literally rose from the ashes, and today pleases us with its architectural diversity, which includes both the oldest monuments of Moscow and the most modern buildings
Interracial marriages have been around for a long time. As in the old days, so now, to marry a foreigner is prestigious. It is obvious that every year the number of such marriages is steadily growing. And often this is a big risk that not everyone is able to take
Man and culture are inseparably linked. Throughout history, they have gone hand in hand, experiencing ups and downs. Therefore, one should not be surprised that today culture is presented as a complex mechanism that obeys its own rules and laws. And in order to better understand them, it is necessary to understand the bases on which it is built
What is citizenship and how does it differ from patriotism? How is it formed and what does it depend on?
There are many varieties of Muslim headdresses in the world. They differ in type and purpose. In this article, we will talk about the main headwear that men and women use. We will try to provide complete and comprehensive information
When it comes to support, the image of some bored billionaire is immediately drawn in the imagination, who, out of an excess of philanthropy and money, provides gratuitous assistance to poor people of art. They usually don't have money. But this is not the only meaning of the word "patronage". This is a more complex phenomenon that permeates the entire life of a person
For a long time Freemasonry has been a favorite subject of conspiracy theories and urban legends. How to separate truth from fiction in stories about this secret society? This article will tell about Masonic symbolism in Russian culture
2016 is a leap year. This is not such a rare occurrence, because every 4 years in February there is a 29th day. Due to the fact that there are a little more than 365 days in the calendar year, in ancient times they decided to add an extra day every 4 years. This is necessary in order to compensate for the day that has come up in 4 years
At all times, people have dreamed of looking into the future and learning about what lies ahead, getting a hint on how to act. Well, comparing similar clues and the events that follow them, we developed the so-called good omens
The article briefly highlights one of the most controversial and topical issues today: the role of religion in modern society. Both positive and negative aspects of the influence of the Church on the development of the world are given
How many articles have been written on the topic of mercy. Some try to reveal the essence of this virtue, the second - to show its significance, and still others completely refute its disinterestedness. And yet the essence of mercy, as before, eludes them, like a morning dream, dissolving in the depths of consciousness
Modern youth can no longer imagine their life without nightclubs where you can relax and have fun, celebrate an event and just listen to music. Such institutions now exist in all cities of Russia, and Vladimir is no exception, the clubs of which are quite popular among young people. The article includes the best similar establishments in the city
Each of us can remember a funny incident from our life, which, as they say, "you can't think up on purpose". Curious situations happen to everyone, and this article
Kazan in recent years has become one of the most attractive tourist centers of Tatarstan and everything is interesting in it, including many museums. It is very convenient that many of them are concentrated in the city center. So there is no travel time to view them
The collections of the Darwin Museum, as well as the museum itself, could never exist if not for Alexander Fedorovich Kots, who from childhood was fond of zoology, collecting and exceptional interest in all living things. As a biologist, at the age of 19 (1899), he went to Siberia, where he collected a collection of stuffed birds, which brought him a medal at an exhibition of one of the All-Russian Societies
The culture of Mexico, one of the most unusual Catholic states, was formed by a mixture of pre-Columbian American and Spanish influences, and in the last century has experienced the strongest influence of the United States. In this unique country, the beliefs of the Indian and European civilizations coexist peacefully, and the locals respect and remember their traditions
Belarusian surnames and their origin are particularly colorful and diverse. A deep study of the rich cultural layer and the history of genera lead to unexpected results. It becomes clear why Abramovich can be a Belarusian and not a Jew. A brief historical excursion will help to understand the roots of Belarusian surnames
Beautiful English names are not something completely alien and unknown to us. The rich literary heritage of English poets and writers is studied by a large number of people. English names sound very beautiful and can form diminutive forms. But, this, perhaps, is all their similarity with the Slavic names familiar to us
Everyone probably knows about the Olympic Games, but the Delphic Games are unfamiliar and incomprehensible for many. What are they and how often are they held? Who are the participants in these events? You can learn about all this by reading this article
Moscow authorities decided to dismantle the Soviet monument to Gogol on Gogolevsky Boulevard and return the work of N. Andreev to its place
In our country, many cities are rich in history and architectural monuments. The stone Pogankin chambers in Pskov intrigue with their name. But it turns out that they are named after the name of the merchant who built them. It happened in the middle of the 17th century