Diversity
of
Europe
Cultural
Elementary School Vojvoda Stepa Belgrade, 2025
Greece
Fun fact!
The Minoan civilisation on the island of Crete is one of the earliest recorded civilisations in Europe, and boomed from 3000 to 1100 BC. They developed two writing systems and created a wealth of art from pottery, figurines and frescoes centering on themes of nature.
Population: 10.5 million
Official language: Greek
Greece, a land where ancient history intertwines with stunning landscapes and fascinating culture, invites travellers to discover its timeless wonders. From the majestic ruins of Athens to the serene islands of the Aegean, Greece offers a captivating blend of the old and the new. It has the longest coastline in the Mediterranean, is a major producer of olive oil, and its ancient Greek language is one of the oldest still in use.
Ancient Greek philosophers shaped the world. There were many Greek philosophers, the most well-known being Socrates, Plato and Aristotle (thinkers like Thales, Heraclitus and Epicurus were as influential, but not as popular). Their ideas helped shape much of Western philosophical discours, touching on a range of different ideas from human nature to politics to ethics and moral dilemmas.
Greece has 19 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including world-famous sites like the Acropolis of Athens, the Temple of Apollo, Meteora, and the Old Town of Corfu.
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Zeus
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The first ever Olympic Games were held in Greece over 2,700 years ago in Olympia. Like today they took place every four years, with around 50,000 people coming from across Greece to take part and spectate. They weren’t just a sporting event, but a religious festival held in honor of Zeus, king of the Greek gods. There were no medals in these ancient games, but winners were seen as touched by the gods and given a wreath of leaves – and plenty of glory.
Fun fact!
Greece is the fifth largest producer of olives. The country has over 120 million olive trees and produces 1.2 million metric tons of olive oil every year. Greece also produces more varieties of olives than any other country. Some of the country’s olive trees that were planted in the 13th century are still bearing fruit today.
Greek mythology
Latvia
Population 1.862 million
Official language: Latvian
Latvia is a Wifi paradise and with over 800 free connection points in Riga, you don't even have to pay for it!
Welcome to Latvia! We are not only proud of having the widest waterfall in Europe or being the world leader in internet speed, but also for our 50 shades of potato dishes and four extremely diverse seasons. Check out these amazing facts and get to know Latvia!
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Traditional folk costumes
Riga claims the first public decorated Christmas tree was in its city center in 1510. According to the account, members of Riga's Brotherhood of the Blackheads decorated a tree with paper flowers and artificial roses, sang and danced around it, and then set it on fire at the end of the celebration. Riga hosts a large Christmas market in Town Hall Square, typically from late November until late December. The market features festive lights, traditional treats, and a large, decorated Christmas tree.
Religious traditions
Architecture
Riga is known for its stunning Art Nouveau architecture. With over 800 Art Nouveau buildings, Riga has one of the world’s greatest galleries of this style. Alberta iela is a street almost entirely created by Art Nouveau genius Mikhail Eisenstein, and his son film director Sergei Eisenstein was one of the founders of modern cinema.
Population: 5.4 million Offical language: English and Irish
Ireland
Irelands nickname is the Emerald Isle.The nickname derives from its green valleys, rolling hills and magnificent landscapes. The green flora and fauna are the result of Ireland's rainy and humid climate.
Traditional folk costumes
There are around 30,000 castles in Ireland. The many castles and ruins of castles in Ireland each have their own medieval story and charm. Blarney Castle, Bunratty Castle and Cahir Castle are some of the castles well worth visiting.
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Irish music and dance
Halloween originated in IrelandHalloween, previously known as All Hallows Eve, is originally from Ireland. Over 2,000 years ago Ireland celebrated their new year on the 1st of November. They believed that the night before, the worlds of the living and the death became blurred and therefore celebrated the Celtic festival Samhain during the night of October 31st. They built huge campfires to make sacrifices to the Celtic gods and wore costumes to protect themselves against evil spirits.Nowadays, Halloween is known for trick-or-treating, carving jack-o-lanterns and dressing up.
The shamrock is not the national symbolThe symbol is actually the Gaelic harp. This makes the country the only one with a musical instrument as its emblem and was prior to the tricolour flag featured in the Irish flag.
Solo Irish dance includes the most well-known form of Irish dance, Irish stepdance, which was popularized from 1994 onwards by shows such as Riverdance, and which is practised competitively across not only the Irish diaspora but by many people of disparate cultural backgrounds. Stepdance is characterised by the rigid upper body and intricate footwork of its performers. Other forms of solo Irish dance include sean-nós dance, a relaxed and social dance style involving improvised steps, and festival Irish dance, a style which separated from step dance in the mid-20th century.
Ireland is famous for its Guinness beerGuinness beer has its origin in Ireland and is still produced at the St. James’s Gate Brewery in Dublin. A perfect pint of Guinness is poured with the glass held at 45º angle and should rest 119,5 seconds before you drink it.
France
French culture is known for high fashion, fine cuisine, and love of the arts and entertainment. The French are known for their good etiquette and value for work-life balance. They are also known for their contributon to intellectual ideas in areas of philosophy and the sciences.
France is a country primarily located in Western Europe. It overseas regions and territories include French Guiana in South America. Metropolitan France was settled during the Iron age by Celtic tribes known as Gauls. Capital city of France is Paris with over 68.52 million people in the whole France.
French people are also known for their love towards baguette.
POLAND
POLAND CULTURE
The culture of Poland is closely connected with its inticate 1,000-year history.The Poles take great pride in their national indentity which often associated with the colours red and white.
Poland is a country in Central Europe. It extends fro the Baltic sea in the north to the Sudetes and Carpathian mountains in the south. The capital city of Poland is Warsaw. The native Polish name for Poland is Polska.
Poland covers an administrative area of 312,722km and the ninth largest country in Europe
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SWEDEN
10.57 million people official language: swedish
Sweden, formally the Kindom of Sweden, is a Nordic country located on the Scandinavian Peninsula in Notrhen Europe. It borders Norway to the west and north, and Finland to the east. At 450,295 square kilometers, Sweden is the largest country by population and area, also is 5th largest country in Europe. Capital city is Stockholm.Sweden has been inhabited since prehistoric times around 12.000BCE ! The inhabitans emerged as the Geats and Swedes.
Swedish culture
Midsummer
Religion
SWEDISH LANGUAGE Swedish (endonym: svenska) is a North Germanic language from the Indo-European language family, spoken predominantly in Sweden and parts of Finland. It has at least 10 million native speakers, making it the fourth most spoken Germanic language, and the first among its type in the Nordic countries overall.
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Hej, hur mår du? Welcome to Sweden!vi hoppas att du njuter! (we hope you enjoy)
Danish folklore is made up of folk tales, legends, songs, music, dancing and traditions. Many fo these were passed on from generation to generation.
FOLK LORE
Denmark
Denmark is a Nordic country in Nothern Europe. Its the metropole and most populous constituent of the Kingdom of Denmark, also known as the Danish Realm, a constitutionally unitray state that includes the autonomous territories of the Faroe Islands and Greenland in the north Atlantic ocean. The Kingdom of Denmark, includint the Faroe islands and Greenland has roughly 1,400 islands greater than 100 square meters. Denmark population is over 6 million of which roughly 40% live in Zealand, the largest and most popular island in Denmark.
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AUSTRIA
Austria, formally the Republic of Austria,[f] is a landlocked country in Central Europe, lying in the Eastern Alps. It is a federation of nine states, of which the capital Vienna is the most populous city and state. Austria is bordered by Germany to the northwest, the Czech Republic to the north, Slovakia to the northeast, Hungary to the east, Slovenia and Italy to the south, and Switzerland and Liechtenstein to the west. The country occupies an area of 83,879 km2The area of today's Austria has been inhabited since at least the Paleolithic period. Around 400 BC, it was inhabited by the Celts and then annexed by the Romans in the late 1st century BC. Christianization in the region began in the 4th and 5th centuries, during the late Roman period, followed by the arrival of numerous Germanic tribes during the Migration Period.
Austrian culture
Austrian national day
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People from Austra have much things in common, like language. People in Austria use German language, as it is official language of Austria!
Hallo, willkommen in Österreich! Wir hoffen, es gefällt Ihnen. (we hope you enjoy)
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Malta
Population: 469,730 people
Official language: English and Maltese
Malta is a small archipelago nation known for its rich history, with some of the world's oldest temples and the planned capital city of Valletta, which was the first of its kind in Europe. It is the smallest country in the EU and has a population density higher than most countries globally. Key facts include its two official languages, Maltese and English; driving on the left side of the road due to a history as a British colony; and being a popular filming location for movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
Malta has three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the city of Valletta, the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum, and the Megalithic Temples.
Luzzus are Maltese traditional fishing boats typically painted in bright colours with a pair of eyes near the bow. The eyes are a symbol of protection and good health known as the Eyes of Horus or Osiris.
There are no forests, mountains or rivers in Malta. They filter their drinking water straight from the sea, as it is their onlysource of freshwater.
The country has a deep history, having been ruled by numerous empires including the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, and Knights of St. John
The Maltese language is a mix of Arabic, French & English. Most Maltese speak three languages fluently - Maltese, English & Italian.
Hungary
Hungary is known for inventing the Rubik's Cube and the ballpoint pen, and for having more Nobel Prize winners per capita than any other country. It's home to Europe's largest synagogue in Budapest, the largest thermal lake in Central Europe called Lake Balaton, and is a landlocked country with some ski resorts. It is one of Europe's oldest countries with a history dating back to 895. From 1867 to 1918, Hungary was part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, which shaped Hungary's cultural and political landscape. Budapest’s Parliament Building and Opera House were built during that time.
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Hungary is home to eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, highlighting its architectural and cultural significance, including the Parliament Building and Buda Castle.
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Greek mythology is a cornerstone of Western literature and culture. Stories of gods, heroes, and mythical creatures like Zeus, Hercules, and the Minotaur continue to captivate and inspire people around the world. The Aegean Sea, steeped in mythology, adds to this rich legacy; it is said to be named after Aegeus, the father of Theseus, who leaped into the sea believing his son was dead.
Midsummer
Midsummer is a celebration of the season of summer, taking place on or near the date of the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, the longest day of the year. The name "midsummer" mainly refers to summer solstice festivals of European origin. These cultures traditionally regard it as the middle of summer, with the season beginning on May Day. Although the summer solstice falls on 20, 21 or 22 June in the Northern Hemisphere, it was traditionally reckoned to fall on 23–24 June in much of Europe. These dates were Christianized as Saint John's Eve and Saint John's Day. It is usually celebrated with outdoor gatherings that include bonfires and feasting.
The early Christian Church designated 24 June as the feast day of the early Christian martyr St John the Baptist, and the observance of St John's Day begins the evening before, known as Saint John's Eve. These are commemorated by many Christian denominations, such as the Roman Catholic Church, Lutheran Churches, and Anglican Communion, as well as by freemasonry.In Sweden, Midsummer is such an important festivity that there have been proposals to celebrate the National Day of Sweden then, instead of on 6 June. There and in Finland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, Midsummer is a public holiday. In Denmark and Norway, it may also be referred to as St. Hans Day.
Facts about Austria
1. The Croissant Originated in Austria Though it's famous in France, the croissant was actually invented in Vienna after the defeat of the Ottoman Empire, its crescent shape mimics the Turkish flag! 2. Austria Is the Birthplace of Mozart Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of the most famous composers of all time, was born in Salzburg, Austria, in 1756. 3. Over 60% of Austria Is Covered by the Alps Austria is a dream for mountain lovers, skiing, snowboarding, and hiking are practically national pastimes. 4. Austria Has Over 2,000 Castles and Palaces From medieval fortresses to royal residences like Schönbrunn Palace, Austria is full of fairy-tale architecture 5. Winner of the Eurovision song contest of 2025 was Austria!(JJ-"Wasted love")
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SWEDISH CULTURE
What is Swedish country known for and what are Swedish people proud of?
The Culture of Sweden is characterised by its art, music, dance, literature, traditions, religious practices and more. It is similar to but distinct from the cultures of neighboring countries. Sweden's modern history has a well-established tradition of science, technology and cultural creativity. Swedes have made significant contributions to biology and chemistry, as well as cinema, art, music, literature and the video game industry. The Nobel laureates for physics, chemistry, medicine and literature are chosen by Swedish academies.
The Dalecarlian horse is a popular Swedish symbol. It has been manufactured since the 17th century and is decorated with rose-painting. Mother Svea is a traditional personification of the Swedish nation. She is portrayed with historical clothing from Swedish folklore. Sweden also has an official national costume. Another famous symbol, though unofficial, is the moose.
AUSTRIAN CULTURE
Why is austria so special as people say?
Austrian culture is characterised by historical and modern influences, including a history of interaction primarily between Celtic, Roman, Slavic and Germanic peoples. Austria is particularly known for its classical music, folk music, baroque architecture, coffee culture, winter sports and Alpine traditions.In the 18th and 19th centuries, Austria was one of the centres of European musical life with the First Viennese School, which is reflected not only in the large number of musicians and composers associated with the country, but also in a large number of opera houses, theatres and orchestras that still exist today, as well as diverse musical traditions such as the Vienna New Year's Concert, numerous festivals and a vibrant cabaret scene.
Austria is historically a strongly Catholic country, having been the centre of the Habsburg monarchy (1273–1918) which championed Roman Catholicism. Austrian German is the dominant language in Austria, although the region historically had a diverse linguistic landscape.
Austrian national day
On October 26, 1955, the Austrian Parliament passed the constitutional law on permanent neutrality, which has been celebrated as the Austrian National day since 1965.
Every year, the Federal Government celebrates this day with a series of events in Vienna:
- the Federal President honors the victims of resistance and lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
- New recruits of the Austrian Armed Forces are sworn in.
- The Council of Ministers holds a festive meeting.
- The Federal President addresses the population in a “State of the Union”-styled speech on TV.
- Open houses are held at the Office of the Federal President, the Federal Chancellery, ministries and other public institutions.
- The citizens have the possibility of visiting federal museums for free or at a discounted fee on that day.
Austrian Embassies around the world celebrate the Austrian National Day by hosting a number of different events for Austrian citizens.
Austrian religion
Austria is really similar to Germany, they might have similar religions...lets take a look!
Religion in Austria is predominantly Christianity, adhered to by 68.2% of the country's population according to the 2021 national survey[a] conducted by Statistics Austria. Among Christians, 80.9% were Catholics, 7.2% were Orthodox Christians (mostly belonging to the Eastern Orthodox Church), 5.6% were Protestants, while the remaining 6.2% were other Christians, belonging to other denominations of the religion or not affiliated to any denomination. In the same census, 8.3% of the Austrians declared that their religion was Islam, 1.2% declared to believe in other non-Christian religions (including Buddhism, Hindusim, Judaism and others), and 22.4% declared they did not belong to any religion, denomination or religious community.
UNESCO heritage
The Latvian Song and Dance festivals, held every five years, are a UNESCO-listed Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The festival attracts over 50,000 people and features over 21,000 performers including a choir of 17,000.
Traditional Latvian folk dance
Latvia's only other UNESCO site is the old town of Kuldiga which is known for its traditional log architecture dating from between 16th and 18th centuries.
Kuldiga Old Town
FACTS ABOUT SWEDEN
Loving Sweden? You would like this fun facts even more
Swedes take their coffee breaks seriously! Fika is a beloved tradition where people pause during the day to enjoy coffee and pastries with friends or coworkers.
- Home of the World’s Oldest Tree
Sweden is home to “Old Tjikko,” a clonal spruce tree estimated to be over 9,500 years old, found in Fulufjället National Park.
- Midnight Sun & Polar Nights
In summer, parts of northern Sweden experience the Midnight Sun, where the sun doesn’t set for weeks. In winter, the same areas have Polar Nights — long stretches without daylight.
- Sweden was host country of Eurovision song contest in 2024 in Malmo!
Swedish people's religion
What are Swedish people beliefs?
Religion in Sweden has, over the years, become increasingly diverse. Christianity was the religion of virtually all of the Swedish population from the 12th to the early 20th century, but it has rapidly declined throughout the late 20th and early 21st century.
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Diversity
of
Europe
Cultural
Elementary School Vojvoda Stepa Belgrade, 2025
Greece
Fun fact!
The Minoan civilisation on the island of Crete is one of the earliest recorded civilisations in Europe, and boomed from 3000 to 1100 BC. They developed two writing systems and created a wealth of art from pottery, figurines and frescoes centering on themes of nature.
Population: 10.5 million
Official language: Greek
Greece, a land where ancient history intertwines with stunning landscapes and fascinating culture, invites travellers to discover its timeless wonders. From the majestic ruins of Athens to the serene islands of the Aegean, Greece offers a captivating blend of the old and the new. It has the longest coastline in the Mediterranean, is a major producer of olive oil, and its ancient Greek language is one of the oldest still in use.
Ancient Greek philosophers shaped the world. There were many Greek philosophers, the most well-known being Socrates, Plato and Aristotle (thinkers like Thales, Heraclitus and Epicurus were as influential, but not as popular). Their ideas helped shape much of Western philosophical discours, touching on a range of different ideas from human nature to politics to ethics and moral dilemmas.
Greece has 19 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including world-famous sites like the Acropolis of Athens, the Temple of Apollo, Meteora, and the Old Town of Corfu.
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Zeus
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The first ever Olympic Games were held in Greece over 2,700 years ago in Olympia. Like today they took place every four years, with around 50,000 people coming from across Greece to take part and spectate. They weren’t just a sporting event, but a religious festival held in honor of Zeus, king of the Greek gods. There were no medals in these ancient games, but winners were seen as touched by the gods and given a wreath of leaves – and plenty of glory.
Fun fact!
Greece is the fifth largest producer of olives. The country has over 120 million olive trees and produces 1.2 million metric tons of olive oil every year. Greece also produces more varieties of olives than any other country. Some of the country’s olive trees that were planted in the 13th century are still bearing fruit today.
Greek mythology
Latvia
Population 1.862 million
Official language: Latvian
Latvia is a Wifi paradise and with over 800 free connection points in Riga, you don't even have to pay for it!
Welcome to Latvia! We are not only proud of having the widest waterfall in Europe or being the world leader in internet speed, but also for our 50 shades of potato dishes and four extremely diverse seasons. Check out these amazing facts and get to know Latvia!
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Traditional folk costumes
Riga claims the first public decorated Christmas tree was in its city center in 1510. According to the account, members of Riga's Brotherhood of the Blackheads decorated a tree with paper flowers and artificial roses, sang and danced around it, and then set it on fire at the end of the celebration. Riga hosts a large Christmas market in Town Hall Square, typically from late November until late December. The market features festive lights, traditional treats, and a large, decorated Christmas tree.
Religious traditions
Architecture
Riga is known for its stunning Art Nouveau architecture. With over 800 Art Nouveau buildings, Riga has one of the world’s greatest galleries of this style. Alberta iela is a street almost entirely created by Art Nouveau genius Mikhail Eisenstein, and his son film director Sergei Eisenstein was one of the founders of modern cinema.
Population: 5.4 million Offical language: English and Irish
Ireland
Irelands nickname is the Emerald Isle.The nickname derives from its green valleys, rolling hills and magnificent landscapes. The green flora and fauna are the result of Ireland's rainy and humid climate.
Traditional folk costumes
There are around 30,000 castles in Ireland. The many castles and ruins of castles in Ireland each have their own medieval story and charm. Blarney Castle, Bunratty Castle and Cahir Castle are some of the castles well worth visiting.
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Irish music and dance
Halloween originated in IrelandHalloween, previously known as All Hallows Eve, is originally from Ireland. Over 2,000 years ago Ireland celebrated their new year on the 1st of November. They believed that the night before, the worlds of the living and the death became blurred and therefore celebrated the Celtic festival Samhain during the night of October 31st. They built huge campfires to make sacrifices to the Celtic gods and wore costumes to protect themselves against evil spirits.Nowadays, Halloween is known for trick-or-treating, carving jack-o-lanterns and dressing up.
The shamrock is not the national symbolThe symbol is actually the Gaelic harp. This makes the country the only one with a musical instrument as its emblem and was prior to the tricolour flag featured in the Irish flag.
Solo Irish dance includes the most well-known form of Irish dance, Irish stepdance, which was popularized from 1994 onwards by shows such as Riverdance, and which is practised competitively across not only the Irish diaspora but by many people of disparate cultural backgrounds. Stepdance is characterised by the rigid upper body and intricate footwork of its performers. Other forms of solo Irish dance include sean-nós dance, a relaxed and social dance style involving improvised steps, and festival Irish dance, a style which separated from step dance in the mid-20th century.
Ireland is famous for its Guinness beerGuinness beer has its origin in Ireland and is still produced at the St. James’s Gate Brewery in Dublin. A perfect pint of Guinness is poured with the glass held at 45º angle and should rest 119,5 seconds before you drink it.
France
French culture is known for high fashion, fine cuisine, and love of the arts and entertainment. The French are known for their good etiquette and value for work-life balance. They are also known for their contributon to intellectual ideas in areas of philosophy and the sciences.
France is a country primarily located in Western Europe. It overseas regions and territories include French Guiana in South America. Metropolitan France was settled during the Iron age by Celtic tribes known as Gauls. Capital city of France is Paris with over 68.52 million people in the whole France.
French people are also known for their love towards baguette.
POLAND
POLAND CULTURE
The culture of Poland is closely connected with its inticate 1,000-year history.The Poles take great pride in their national indentity which often associated with the colours red and white.
Poland is a country in Central Europe. It extends fro the Baltic sea in the north to the Sudetes and Carpathian mountains in the south. The capital city of Poland is Warsaw. The native Polish name for Poland is Polska.
Poland covers an administrative area of 312,722km and the ninth largest country in Europe
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SWEDEN
10.57 million people official language: swedish
Sweden, formally the Kindom of Sweden, is a Nordic country located on the Scandinavian Peninsula in Notrhen Europe. It borders Norway to the west and north, and Finland to the east. At 450,295 square kilometers, Sweden is the largest country by population and area, also is 5th largest country in Europe. Capital city is Stockholm.Sweden has been inhabited since prehistoric times around 12.000BCE ! The inhabitans emerged as the Geats and Swedes.
Swedish culture
Midsummer
Religion
SWEDISH LANGUAGE Swedish (endonym: svenska) is a North Germanic language from the Indo-European language family, spoken predominantly in Sweden and parts of Finland. It has at least 10 million native speakers, making it the fourth most spoken Germanic language, and the first among its type in the Nordic countries overall.
facts about sweden
Hej, hur mår du? Welcome to Sweden!vi hoppas att du njuter! (we hope you enjoy)
Danish folklore is made up of folk tales, legends, songs, music, dancing and traditions. Many fo these were passed on from generation to generation.
FOLK LORE
Denmark
Denmark is a Nordic country in Nothern Europe. Its the metropole and most populous constituent of the Kingdom of Denmark, also known as the Danish Realm, a constitutionally unitray state that includes the autonomous territories of the Faroe Islands and Greenland in the north Atlantic ocean. The Kingdom of Denmark, includint the Faroe islands and Greenland has roughly 1,400 islands greater than 100 square meters. Denmark population is over 6 million of which roughly 40% live in Zealand, the largest and most popular island in Denmark.
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AUSTRIA
Austria, formally the Republic of Austria,[f] is a landlocked country in Central Europe, lying in the Eastern Alps. It is a federation of nine states, of which the capital Vienna is the most populous city and state. Austria is bordered by Germany to the northwest, the Czech Republic to the north, Slovakia to the northeast, Hungary to the east, Slovenia and Italy to the south, and Switzerland and Liechtenstein to the west. The country occupies an area of 83,879 km2The area of today's Austria has been inhabited since at least the Paleolithic period. Around 400 BC, it was inhabited by the Celts and then annexed by the Romans in the late 1st century BC. Christianization in the region began in the 4th and 5th centuries, during the late Roman period, followed by the arrival of numerous Germanic tribes during the Migration Period.
Austrian culture
Austrian national day
Religion
People from Austra have much things in common, like language. People in Austria use German language, as it is official language of Austria!
Hallo, willkommen in Österreich! Wir hoffen, es gefällt Ihnen. (we hope you enjoy)
facts about austria
Malta
Population: 469,730 people
Official language: English and Maltese
Malta is a small archipelago nation known for its rich history, with some of the world's oldest temples and the planned capital city of Valletta, which was the first of its kind in Europe. It is the smallest country in the EU and has a population density higher than most countries globally. Key facts include its two official languages, Maltese and English; driving on the left side of the road due to a history as a British colony; and being a popular filming location for movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
Malta has three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the city of Valletta, the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum, and the Megalithic Temples.
Luzzus are Maltese traditional fishing boats typically painted in bright colours with a pair of eyes near the bow. The eyes are a symbol of protection and good health known as the Eyes of Horus or Osiris.
There are no forests, mountains or rivers in Malta. They filter their drinking water straight from the sea, as it is their onlysource of freshwater.
The country has a deep history, having been ruled by numerous empires including the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, and Knights of St. John
The Maltese language is a mix of Arabic, French & English. Most Maltese speak three languages fluently - Maltese, English & Italian.
Hungary
Hungary is known for inventing the Rubik's Cube and the ballpoint pen, and for having more Nobel Prize winners per capita than any other country. It's home to Europe's largest synagogue in Budapest, the largest thermal lake in Central Europe called Lake Balaton, and is a landlocked country with some ski resorts. It is one of Europe's oldest countries with a history dating back to 895. From 1867 to 1918, Hungary was part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, which shaped Hungary's cultural and political landscape. Budapest’s Parliament Building and Opera House were built during that time.
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Hungary is home to eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, highlighting its architectural and cultural significance, including the Parliament Building and Buda Castle.
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Nobel Prize
Greek mythology is a cornerstone of Western literature and culture. Stories of gods, heroes, and mythical creatures like Zeus, Hercules, and the Minotaur continue to captivate and inspire people around the world. The Aegean Sea, steeped in mythology, adds to this rich legacy; it is said to be named after Aegeus, the father of Theseus, who leaped into the sea believing his son was dead.
Midsummer
Midsummer is a celebration of the season of summer, taking place on or near the date of the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, the longest day of the year. The name "midsummer" mainly refers to summer solstice festivals of European origin. These cultures traditionally regard it as the middle of summer, with the season beginning on May Day. Although the summer solstice falls on 20, 21 or 22 June in the Northern Hemisphere, it was traditionally reckoned to fall on 23–24 June in much of Europe. These dates were Christianized as Saint John's Eve and Saint John's Day. It is usually celebrated with outdoor gatherings that include bonfires and feasting.
The early Christian Church designated 24 June as the feast day of the early Christian martyr St John the Baptist, and the observance of St John's Day begins the evening before, known as Saint John's Eve. These are commemorated by many Christian denominations, such as the Roman Catholic Church, Lutheran Churches, and Anglican Communion, as well as by freemasonry.In Sweden, Midsummer is such an important festivity that there have been proposals to celebrate the National Day of Sweden then, instead of on 6 June. There and in Finland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, Midsummer is a public holiday. In Denmark and Norway, it may also be referred to as St. Hans Day.
Facts about Austria
1. The Croissant Originated in Austria Though it's famous in France, the croissant was actually invented in Vienna after the defeat of the Ottoman Empire, its crescent shape mimics the Turkish flag! 2. Austria Is the Birthplace of Mozart Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of the most famous composers of all time, was born in Salzburg, Austria, in 1756. 3. Over 60% of Austria Is Covered by the Alps Austria is a dream for mountain lovers, skiing, snowboarding, and hiking are practically national pastimes. 4. Austria Has Over 2,000 Castles and Palaces From medieval fortresses to royal residences like Schönbrunn Palace, Austria is full of fairy-tale architecture 5. Winner of the Eurovision song contest of 2025 was Austria!(JJ-"Wasted love")
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SWEDISH CULTURE
What is Swedish country known for and what are Swedish people proud of?
The Culture of Sweden is characterised by its art, music, dance, literature, traditions, religious practices and more. It is similar to but distinct from the cultures of neighboring countries. Sweden's modern history has a well-established tradition of science, technology and cultural creativity. Swedes have made significant contributions to biology and chemistry, as well as cinema, art, music, literature and the video game industry. The Nobel laureates for physics, chemistry, medicine and literature are chosen by Swedish academies.
The Dalecarlian horse is a popular Swedish symbol. It has been manufactured since the 17th century and is decorated with rose-painting. Mother Svea is a traditional personification of the Swedish nation. She is portrayed with historical clothing from Swedish folklore. Sweden also has an official national costume. Another famous symbol, though unofficial, is the moose.
AUSTRIAN CULTURE
Why is austria so special as people say?
Austrian culture is characterised by historical and modern influences, including a history of interaction primarily between Celtic, Roman, Slavic and Germanic peoples. Austria is particularly known for its classical music, folk music, baroque architecture, coffee culture, winter sports and Alpine traditions.In the 18th and 19th centuries, Austria was one of the centres of European musical life with the First Viennese School, which is reflected not only in the large number of musicians and composers associated with the country, but also in a large number of opera houses, theatres and orchestras that still exist today, as well as diverse musical traditions such as the Vienna New Year's Concert, numerous festivals and a vibrant cabaret scene.
Austria is historically a strongly Catholic country, having been the centre of the Habsburg monarchy (1273–1918) which championed Roman Catholicism. Austrian German is the dominant language in Austria, although the region historically had a diverse linguistic landscape.
Austrian national day
On October 26, 1955, the Austrian Parliament passed the constitutional law on permanent neutrality, which has been celebrated as the Austrian National day since 1965. Every year, the Federal Government celebrates this day with a series of events in Vienna:
- the Federal President honors the victims of resistance and lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
- New recruits of the Austrian Armed Forces are sworn in.
- The Council of Ministers holds a festive meeting.
- The Federal President addresses the population in a “State of the Union”-styled speech on TV.
- Open houses are held at the Office of the Federal President, the Federal Chancellery, ministries and other public institutions.
- The citizens have the possibility of visiting federal museums for free or at a discounted fee on that day.
Austrian Embassies around the world celebrate the Austrian National Day by hosting a number of different events for Austrian citizens.Austrian religion
Austria is really similar to Germany, they might have similar religions...lets take a look!
Religion in Austria is predominantly Christianity, adhered to by 68.2% of the country's population according to the 2021 national survey[a] conducted by Statistics Austria. Among Christians, 80.9% were Catholics, 7.2% were Orthodox Christians (mostly belonging to the Eastern Orthodox Church), 5.6% were Protestants, while the remaining 6.2% were other Christians, belonging to other denominations of the religion or not affiliated to any denomination. In the same census, 8.3% of the Austrians declared that their religion was Islam, 1.2% declared to believe in other non-Christian religions (including Buddhism, Hindusim, Judaism and others), and 22.4% declared they did not belong to any religion, denomination or religious community.
UNESCO heritage
The Latvian Song and Dance festivals, held every five years, are a UNESCO-listed Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The festival attracts over 50,000 people and features over 21,000 performers including a choir of 17,000.
Traditional Latvian folk dance
Latvia's only other UNESCO site is the old town of Kuldiga which is known for its traditional log architecture dating from between 16th and 18th centuries.
Kuldiga Old Town
FACTS ABOUT SWEDEN
Loving Sweden? You would like this fun facts even more
- Fika Culture
Swedes take their coffee breaks seriously! Fika is a beloved tradition where people pause during the day to enjoy coffee and pastries with friends or coworkers.- Home of the World’s Oldest Tree
Sweden is home to “Old Tjikko,” a clonal spruce tree estimated to be over 9,500 years old, found in Fulufjället National Park.- Midnight Sun & Polar Nights
In summer, parts of northern Sweden experience the Midnight Sun, where the sun doesn’t set for weeks. In winter, the same areas have Polar Nights — long stretches without daylight.Swedish people's religion
What are Swedish people beliefs?
Religion in Sweden has, over the years, become increasingly diverse. Christianity was the religion of virtually all of the Swedish population from the 12th to the early 20th century, but it has rapidly declined throughout the late 20th and early 21st century.