World traditions
A traditional Japanese garment worn on special occasions.
kimono
This Asian staple food is the main ingredient in sushi and many other dishes.
rice
The Indian festival of colors.
holi
A massive statue in New York Harbor that symbolizes freedom and democracy.
The Statue of Liberty
In Japan, people do this instead of shaking hands to show respect.
bowing
This country is famous for the tradition of afternoon tea.
United Kingdom
In many Asian cultures, sharing dishes from the center of the table represents this value.
community (or togetherness)
A Brazilian festival famous for parades and samba dancing.
Carnival
This Indian mausoleum is famous for its white marble and Mughal architecture.
Taj Mahal
Being on time is especially important in this culture.
German culture
A traditional ceremony in many cultures that marks the transition from childhood to adulthood.
a coming-of-age ceremony
This term refers to food that is eaten during special cultural or religious events.
ceremonial food
This holiday in the USA honors soldiers who died in military service and is observed in May.
Memorial day
This ancient amphitheater in Rome was used for gladiator games.
Colosseum
In certain Middle Eastern and South Asian cultures, the wrong use of this body part can be seen as highly disrespectful during social interactions.
left hand
This term describes traditional rules of behavior in society, often varying across cultures.
etiquette
This type of food consumption focuses on natural, minimally processed ingredients.
organic food
This holiday in Japan marks the blooming of cherry blossoms and the arrival of spring.
Hanami
A famous pyramid-shaped tomb built for the Pharaoh Khufu in Egypt.
Great Pyramid of Giza
Respectful understanding of other cultures without judgment is an important skill in global interaction.
cultural sensitivity (or cultural awareness)
A traditional greeting in New Zealand involving touching noses.
hongi
This term describes the adaptation of traditional dishes to modern lifestyles.
culinary modernization
A festival in Spain where participants throw tomatoes at each other.
La Tomatina
A prehistoric monument in England consisting of standing stones arranged in a circle.
Stonehenge
This skill is critical for diplomats, international business professionals, and intercultural educators to navigate complex social rules without offense.
Cultural competence