Paris – Day 5
Today we spent the whole day at Versailles. It was gorgeous on the inside and in the gardens. Some fountains sprayed alongside opera music which made it feel so formal and prestigious. We are headed off to dinner shortly!
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Paris – Day 4
We are almost halfway through our journey! Today was another day of exploration. We started the day at the Pantheon and learned that it was originally built as a temple but is now used as a burial place for famous people. Some notable names include Marie Curie and Louis Braille. After, we visited two churches … Read more about this article
Paris – Day 3
Today was another day full of walking and exciting sights! We started off the day heading over to the Musee Rodin – a museum dedicated to Auguste Rodin featuring his detailed sculptures including the Thinker. After, we walked over to Les Invalides where we learned about the history of France and even saw the tomb … Read more about this article
Paris – Day 2
Today was a day full of walking! We started off the day walking to Sacre Coeur which is a beautifully decorated church. Afterward, we walked the town of Montmartre and passed plenty of small shops with tourist gifts. Then we headed to the library and grabbed a quick bite before learning about some Parisian history. … Read more about this article
Paris – Day 1
Today was a great start for the travelers in Paris! They met together at their hotel and went out for the first group lunch. They chose a cozy sit-down spot right next to their hotel. In the afternoon, they hopped on a river cruise of the Seine River, one of the most iconic places to … Read more about this article
Similarities and Differences Between Japanese and Nigerian Culture
By Idowu Oladeji There is a popular saying in the Yoruba tribe from Nigeria that goes; “you can only assume your father’s farmland is the largest until you get to see that of others”. To piggyback on this, I will say, that you can only assume the intricacies of other cultures until you learn and … Read more about this article
5 Things You Did Not Know About Kurdistan Culture
By Ayla Schroepfer Kurdistan culture is a richly diverse, cultural, and historical region that is inhabited mainly by the Kurdish people. Their culture encompasses various aspects of life which includes language, religion, clothing, etc. The Kurdish language is an Indo-European language with several dialects. Kurmanji is one of the main dialects spoken. Concerning religion, the … Read more about this article
All About Chile
By Julian Rodriguez Chile is a beautiful country with an extraordinarily rich and diverse culture compared to the United States. When walking around you can see vast graffiti on every block you turn. From street signs to public transportation, many different encounters of colors and signs are just a couple of things to look forward … Read more about this article
Cultural Diversity – A Comparative Study of Vietnamese and Iraqi Cultures
Discovering the uniqueness of different cultures is a journey that unveils a world of traditions, customs, and histories. Based on the research and interview, I discovered the diverse cultures of Vietnam and Iraq, two nations shaped by the influence of familial bonds, diverse ethnicities, religions, costumes, and tantalizing cuisines. From the facets of Vietnamese and … Read more about this article
Discrimination of Domestic Helpers in Hong Kong
By Kevin Tombs As a student in GS200 (Global Perspectives of Diversity), I had the opportunity to speak extensively with a woman who lives in Hong Kong, and we discussed topics of cultural differences, politics, social interactions, and much more. One topic that I was curious about going into the discussion was that of domestic … Read more about this article