Category Archives: Culture

Take A Beating At A Banya: The Ukrainian Sauna Experience

 

Banya Sauna Interior

The Ukrainian banya is a type of sauna that is part of an ancient culture of health and wellness. Most that are built today are constructed more or the less the same as they have been for millennia, consisting of a small sauna room, a small pool full of cold water, and a place to relax, just enough space for a small group of bathers.

 

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Try Cooking these 3 Delicious Croatian Recipes

Explore the sublime flavors of Croatia with our top selection of delicious recipes. If you visit Croatia, you’ll quickly learn that the country’s cuisine has diverse influences—including Italian, Greek, Turkish, and Hungarian. Areas such as Istria, Dalmatia, and Dubrovnik all boast regional dishes and cooking techniques of their own.

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Croatian Fairy Tales – Mysterious Beauty

 Did you know fairy tales play a big part in the culture of Croatia? Over the centuries, families have passed down poetry, lullabies, and stories that carry the folklore from one generation to the next. Even today, old fairy tales form a central role in educating children.

AnastasiaDate has shone a light on some fascinating facts about Croatia’s storytelling traditions.

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