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• Christmas in Guatemala
  Guatemalan Christmas is not just an extension of Mexican Christmas, any more than a Canadian Christmas is an extension of Christmas in the USA. The Mayan culture is alive and not so far below the surface!
• Turkish Lace, Fabrics and Fashion Design
  The centuries old Turkish tradition of making the finest lace, embroidery and producing brilliant silks and brocades is very much alive today. Even modern Turrkish fashion designers like Zuhal Yorgancioglu, Birnur Garland and Hussein Chalayan are influenced .
• Witchcraft, Ghosts & Spirits: Superstitions in West Africa
  Black cats playing around ladders, an open umbrella inside a house amidst broken glass from shattered mirrors: In the US, this is the ideal setting of bad luck imagery due to the superstitious beliefs of many people. Learn what some of the beliefs of West Africa are and how it affects their lives.
• Spain: Traditional Festival Outfits
  The most recognizable Spanish dress is the Flamenco garb sported in the southern region of the country during regional celebrations. To understand the outfits, one must understand its meaning and origins in conjunction with the music and the dances representative of the area.
• Famous Quotes From Native Americans: A Different Historical Perspective
  A land is only "new" to the person who stumbles upon it for the first time. Although Columbus was said to have discovered America, the land had been there the whole time, with it's own native residents. Native Americans have their own history and perspective on American history.
• Non-verbal Gestures: Don't Stick Your Tongue out at Me!
  Like it or not, sticking out your tongue is culturally acceptable at times. We discuss both the acceptable and unacceptable of this ambiguous gesture to Western culture and other cultures in the world.
• What is Zoroastrianism?
  Zoroastrianism was one of the world's first monotheistic religions. Like Judaism, Christianity and Islam, it originated in the Middle East and believes in one god as well as a concrete difference between right and wrong. Though no longer a major world religion, it is still practiced today.
• Folklore and Superstitions of the Black Sea
  The richness of Turkey's Black Sea region and the folklore inspired there makes this area of the world a popular travel destination. Learn about a traditional dance and festival, as well as rituals, superstitions and a very special kind of bread.
• Weddings in Turkey: Colorful, Traditional and Lavish
  Gold, banknotes and the color red are the dominating elements of a Turkish wedding ceremony. No expenses are spared to make the occasion special for bride, groom and honored guests. A lavish and cheerful atmosphere is characteristic of the unique wedding ceremonies of Turkey.