National culture

Driving a Dirty Car in Russia Can Lead to Fines

Driving a Dirty Car in Russia Can Lead to Fines

National culture

Driving a Dirty Car in Russia Can Lead to Finesmore

May 16, 2025, 2:52 pm EDT
In Nepal, Nods Mean No and Shakes Mean Yes

In Nepal, Nods Mean No and Shakes Mean Yes

National culture

When traveling to Nepal, visitors are often surprised to discover a significant difference in non - verbal communication. In this South Asian nation, the common gestures of nodding and shaking the head carry meanings that are the opposite of what many people around the world are accustomed to.more

May 16, 2025, 3:07 pm EDT
Greece’s “Men - Only” Island: A World Apart

Greece’s “Men - Only” Island: A World Apart

National culture

Nestled in Greece, the secluded island of Mount Athos, also known as “Agion Oros,” stands as a unique enclave with an extraordinary rule: it strictly prohibits women from setting foot on its shores. This ancient regulation has created a distinct society that has remained untouched by the presence of females for centuries.more

May 16, 2025, 3:11 pm EDT