The art styles of Luxembourg are centered around the simple, yet elegant, contemporary style. Simplicity is valued, yet it gives an abstract view to the art world of Luxembourg through its use of geometry and colors.
Austrians commute regularly using public transport. This allows for quick and easy travel showing the value of convenience and the comfortability of community.
Belgium’s clothing is very closely tied to its past history and distance from France with bright colors and the smock style of clothing. Although still wearing modern clothes regularly, traditional clothing also show pride in their culture.
Austrians commute regularly using public transport. This allows for quick and easy travel showing the value of convenience and the comfortability of community.
Belgium’s clothing is very closely tied to its past history and distance from France with bright colors and the smock style of clothing. Although still wearing modern clothes regularly, traditional clothing also show pride in their culture.
Monaco’s architecture reflects its past history and conflicts. The palace of the royal family was once a large fortress, yet its old, towering architecture is still grandiose.
While Germany is one of the richest countries, the Bank of Germany has experience economic issues recently. The countries efforts to improve show the resilience and determination of the people and government.
In France, a close family is very common. In both large cities and rural areas, nuclear families (parents and children) can be found, but also a large extended family nearby. Since family properties can be so large, aunts and grandmas can often be found just down the street.
The Netherlands has a constitutional monarchy, also known as a parliamentary representative democracy. Although it still sticks to its past history of monarchs, it still takes into account the wishes of the people and the royal family is now just a figurehead.
In France, a close family is very common. In both large cities and rural areas, nuclear families (parents and children) can be found, but also a large extended family nearby. Since family properties can be so large, aunts and grandmas can often be found just down the street.
The Netherlands has a constitutional monarchy, also known as a parliamentary representative democracy. Although it still sticks to its past history of monarchs, it still takes into account the wishes of the people and the royal family is now just a figurehead.
The Eiffel Tower has been a long standing icon of Paris and France as a whole. It represents the good will and the freedom of the people of France. As seen in the Paris attack, the dimming of the lights of the Eiffel Tower showed mourning, In France and the whole world.
The Industrial Revolution era changed people's thinking and way of life and methods of manufacturing due to the introduction of more efficient machinery. The whole region was more suited to do well in business and became more technologically advanced, something that can still be seen today.
Germany has a long standing practice of various festivals during the year. To many of these celebrations, Germans like to revert to their old national pride and wear traditional, festive clothing. The Lederhosen (Male), and Dirndl (Female) are worn to celebrate throughout the year.
The Monaco Grand Prix Race Track is a large symbol of the tradition of motor car races held in Monaco. In was built in the 1920s and was chosen twice for the European World Champion location, making it a large gathering place and landmark.
Christianity is one of the largest religions within the whole region at 69.07%. Christianity has a long held history in Europe which has diverged into many different sects. They also led to values in Europe such as having a strong familial bond.
Germany has a long standing practice of various festivals during the year. To many of these celebrations, Germans like to revert to their old national pride and wear traditional, festive clothing. The Lederhosen (Male), and Dirndl (Female) are worn to celebrate throughout the year.
The Monaco Grand Prix Race Track is a large symbol of the tradition of motor car races held in Monaco. In was built in the 1920s and was chosen twice for the European World Champion location, making it a large gathering place and landmark.
Christianity is one of the largest religions within the whole region at 69.07%. Christianity has a long held history in Europe which has diverged into many different sects. They also led to values in Europe such as having a strong familial bond.
The Monte Carlo Casino is a large casino and entertainment complex that is a nice place to relax or tour in when visiting Monaco. Monaco is very entertainment based and casinos are very prominent and popular entertainment places in Monaco.
The Vienna Opera House still performs to this day, exhibiting the old style culture of drama as well as music. The Vienna Philharmonic performs here often as well as ballet companies, adding to the artistic tastes of Austria.
Jobs in Europe are commonly high skilled jobs that require an education such as in legislation, healthcare, or IT work. As a region of MDCs (more developed countries), education is very available and expected for jobs.
The Vienna Opera House still performs to this day, exhibiting the old style culture of drama as well as music. The Vienna Philharmonic performs here often as well as ballet companies, adding to the artistic tastes of Austria.
Jobs in Europe are commonly high skilled jobs that require an education such as in legislation, healthcare, or IT work. As a region of MDCs (more developed countries), education is very available and expected for jobs.
As two of the largest and wealthiest countries, Germany and France have been giving humanitarian aid to relieve crisis areas such as Syria as well as taking refugees into their borders. Refugees have been flooding into these and trying to live peaceful lives, but the culture is still trying to acclimate to so many new foreigners. The culture shows welcoming for immigrants and the immigrants show goodwill and loyalty to their new countries. Switzerland doesn’t have its own original language, but it instead borrowed languages originating in other cultures. The 4 main languages are French, Italian, German, and Romansh, all which were slightly modified by the nuances and dialects of Switzerland. This shows a part of borrowed culture, immigrants from other countries, as well as a sense of originality in Switzerland’s culture.
Germany’s past history shows its aggressive, yet tenacious, people. The historic Germanic tribes were fierce and protected their land, something we still see very commonly. The passing of values and traits has been very important in education and home life in Germany, showing close family bonds.
As two of the largest and wealthiest countries, Germany and France have been giving humanitarian aid to relieve crisis areas such as Syria as well as taking refugees into their borders. Refugees have been flooding into these and trying to live peaceful lives, but the culture is still trying to acclimate to so many new foreigners. The culture shows welcoming for immigrants and the immigrants show goodwill and loyalty to their new countries.
79.8% of people in Western Europe live in urban areas, showing the overall development of the region. Since so many jobs in Europe have high education requirements, they also usually fall within populated areas, creating a brain drain towards those places. This culture of urbanization, centralization, and educated jobs affects how people interact with each other since large areas have so many people, leading to more socialization.
Germany’s past history shows its aggressive, yet tenacious, people. The historic Germanic tribes were fierce and protected their land, something we still see very commonly. The passing of values and traits has been very important in education and home life in Germany, showing close family bonds.
As two of the largest and wealthiest countries, Germany and France have been giving humanitarian aid to relieve crisis areas such as Syria as well as taking refugees into their borders. Refugees have been flooding into these and trying to live peaceful lives, but the culture is still trying to acclimate to so many new foreigners. The culture shows welcoming for immigrants and the immigrants show goodwill and loyalty to their new countries.
79.8% of people in Western Europe live in urban areas, showing the overall development of the region. Since so many jobs in Europe have high education requirements, they also usually fall within populated areas, creating a brain drain towards those places. This culture of urbanization, centralization, and educated jobs affects how people interact with each other since large areas have so many people, leading to more socialization.
Switzerland has a diverse population with a lot of people originating from German, French, and Italian families. As a result, most of the population is originating from Europe and has strong roots with these other countries. Switzerland has a very diverse culture in terms of its 4 major languages, different sects of religion, and many foods from different ethnic groups.
All countries within the region are a part of the EU (with exception to Switzerland, Monaco, and Liechtenstein although they all are in close cooperation with the EU). All these countries have close economic ties with each other since the EU bloc of countries all use the euro and have established trading routes. This also blurs the lines of cultures because all these cultures are interacting with each other so much and bringing new ideas and things. The western European countries exchange cultures with each other and outside countries in terms of language and other aspects (food, celebrations, music).
The Netherlands has a popular sweet treat - a crispy waffle/wafer delicacy with fresh caramel, also called a stroopwafel. This dessert was first made in Gouda in Southern Holland out of cookie leftovers and crumbs. Even though it is made out of scraps, nothing is really wasted and it's turned into something new, an ideology common in Netherlands. As a result, the Netherlands tries to fix its problems creatively, whether it being a simple food or the condition of its environment.
All countries within the region are a part of the EU (with exception to Switzerland, Monaco, and Liechtenstein although they all are in close cooperation with the EU). All these countries have close economic ties with each other since the EU bloc of countries all use the euro and have established trading routes. This also blurs the lines of cultures because all these cultures are interacting with each other so much and bringing new ideas and things. The western European countries exchange cultures with each other and outside countries in terms of language and other aspects (food, celebrations, music).
The Netherlands has a popular sweet treat - a crispy waffle/wafer delicacy with fresh caramel, also called a stroopwafel. This dessert was first made in Gouda in Southern Holland out of cookie leftovers and crumbs. Even though it is made out of scraps, nothing is really wasted and it's turned into something new, an ideology common in Netherlands. As a result, the Netherlands tries to fix its problems creatively, whether it being a simple food or the condition of its environment.
Liechtenstein’s population is majority of European origin. Alemannic, of German origin, is around 90% of the population with added Swiss, Austrian, German, Italian, Turkic, Yugoslav minorities. With smaller minority populations, such as Asians and people of African origin, assimilation and acculturation is more common since the culture is so broad and established in a certain way shaped by its large ethnic groups.
The quality of life is very high, leading to happier people, better industries, better environments, as well as a flourishing economy. Liechtenstein has a high purchasing power parity for their currency, showing economic strength. Despite this, Liechtenstein still has a very clean environment without large pollution problems and a high safety index. The cost of living is slightly higher than other countries, showing the culture is geared towards helping everyone and making the country as a whole better.
Germany highly discourages any signs relating to World War II and the Holocaust. The cry of “Heil Hitler” or the salute is strictly forbidden and can get you jailed. The culture is highly progressive and is trying to actively learn from the past and prevent racism or superiority.
The Swiss Alps borders Italy, making Italian immigrants fairly common in Switzerland. The Swiss Alps is also a very popular destination to visit. This major geological feature adds to the diversity of the area as well as the culture of tourism.
The Grand Place Market of Brussels, Belgium is a large beacon of culture in the country. The open air marketing experience and the surrounding guild halls add to the tourist experience because so much architectural, food, and relationship aspects of culture. This are of Belgium is very popular for people to come to whether tourists or locals.
The Swiss Alps borders Italy, making Italian immigrants fairly common in Switzerland. The Swiss Alps is also a very popular destination to visit. This major geological feature adds to the diversity of the area as well as the culture of tourism.
The Grand Place Market of Brussels, Belgium is a large beacon of culture in the country. The open air marketing experience and the surrounding guild halls add to the tourist experience because so much architectural, food, and relationship aspects of culture. This are of Belgium is very popular for people to come to whether tourists or locals.
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