Burning effigies of Turks, sabre dancing and rowing furiously down the Neretva river are all part of a long list of strange Croatian traditions that date back more than 1,000 years. Some have a specific historical backstory, but others seem bizarre purely for the sake of it.

With a rich culture, Greece is a country with traditions and customs passed down from generation to generation.

This small South-East Asia country is one of the world’s freest economies and an international modern city-state. According to the World Economic Forum's Global Competitiveness Index 2017-2018, Singapore ranks third out of 137 countries in the world.

The man we call Confucius was actually named Kong fuzi or "Master Kong" and the impact of his teachings on ethical and moral philosophy — in short, the best way to live and treat others — have echoed across the millennia.

Anyone who has ever been to Mexico or experienced authentic Mexican culture understands that the country has some truly unique traditions. From bullfighting to siestas and beyond, there is a great deal to love about Mexican traditions and everything they have to offer.

Ever wonder how other cultures celebrate holidays and traditions?

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The Chinese people call it “fortune beast.”

Do you ever catch yourself doing something that would appear seriously strange to someone from another culture? Culture and traditions vary hugely around the world. They are part of what makes our planet such a diverse and fascinating place to live.

One of the most popular folk dances in the Philippines is the Tinikling. The traditional dance, which usually involves a pair of two bamboo poles, is considered to be the oldest in the country and its appeal has spread across the globe—particularly to the United States.

The workplace culture in Australia is unique in many ways. Others see us as pretty laid-back, but we also work very hard. Because of this, they find certain aspects of our work etiquette surprising.

National Hispanic Heritage Month begins Wednesday and will run through October 15, giving the United States an opportunity to recognize and celebrate members of our communities and their ancestors who hail from Mexico, parts of the Caribbean, Central and South America and Spain.

Texas life is a unique one filled with diverse cultures and quirky traditions. Whether it’s how they prepare their food or the language they use, here are 12 wonderful Texas traditions that only make sense to Texans.

Stunning mountain ranges and vast deserts. Magical forests with the highest trees in the world. The iconic American dream cities – Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Some of these traditions go back hundreds and hundreds of years. From a human chess game to killing bears, you’ll find a selection of some truly bizarre events.

In recent years, Myanmar has become a popular destination for many foreign tourists. Due to not only the ancient beauty of sceneries, mysterious features but also the beauty of culture, customs and festivals.

Indian culture has played an integral role in influencing many aspects of Thailand, including religion, ceremonies, language, literature, dance and food. In this article, we take you for a quick peek down history lane to shed some light on the topic.

Different cultures have different traditions. While some are distinctively charming, others are downright bizarre.