Articles related to "Eastern European"
Learn about East Europe History
If you despise academic research, but love Eastern European history, you'll find that you can gain significant amounts of knowledge by experiencing it through other means
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Unknown East Europe Literature
Why aren't great works of literature from Central European, Southeastern European, Eastern European, or the Baltic authors more familiar to the English-speaking audience?
• eastern european literature
• eastern european authors
• eastern european books
• soviet literature
• authors of post-soviet europe
Orphans in Eastern Europe
Orphaned children are some of Eastern Europe's most helpless - and least helped - citizens. Under-funded and understaffed, orphanages are some children's only homes.
• eastern european orphans
• eastern european orphanages
• ukraine orphans
• russia
• romania
Museums of Eastern European Art and Folk Culture
The following museums are dedicated to promoting the folk art and culture of Eastern Europeans and Eastern European communities in the United States.
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• museums of eastern european folk culture
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• balzekas museum of lithuanian culture
A Short History of Vodka
Vodka's history is less clear than this grain-based spirit distilled since medieval times.
• vodka
• vodka history
• russia
• poland
• alcoholic beverages
Eastern European Dental Tourism
Inexpensive crowns, bridges, dentures and extraction of wisdom teeth are part of an emerging international business niche that targets vacationing "tooth tourists".
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• bundled luxury vacations
• inexpensive crowns bridges dentures
• international business niche
• "tooth tourists"
Eastern European Easter Eggs
Ukrainian eggs, Faberge eggs, and Rusyn pysanky are holdovers from pre-Christian pagan rituals that now symbolize Easter.
• easter eggs
• easter traditions
• pysanky
• ukrainian eggs
• faberge eggs
Eastern European Migration Factor
A recent study at The University of Nottingham revealed ethnic minority discrimination in Eastern European states is a major cause of emigration to Western countries.
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• study discrimination western emigration
• university nottingham global economic policy cente
• russian speaking latvian minorities
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Eastern European Newspapers
Planning a trip to Eastern Europe or want to keep up with your favorite culture? Local English-language and ex-pat newspapers are perfect for up-to-date information.
• english-language newspapers
• eastern europe ex-pat populations
• slovak spectator
• russian newspapers in english
• moscow news
Eastern European Tourist Boards
Official tourist information for Eastern European countries is available - the quality varies, but some countries supply good information to English-speaking tourists.
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• mediterranean as it once was
• estonia tourist information office
• tourist offices
History of East European Languages
Proto-Indo-European languages are the origin of the majority of languages spoken in Eastern Europe. Hungarian and Estonian languages are from the Finno-Ugric group.
• eastern european languages
• proto-indo-european
• finno-ugric
• baltic languages
• slavic languages
History of the Polish Language
Polish language was once the language of diplomats, and is related to other Indo-European languages in Eastern Europe.
• history of polish language
• poland
• slavs
• slavonic
• eastern european languages
Major Gods of the Slavic Pantheon
Few texts offer information about the Slavic Pantheon of gods. Perun and Veles were the most significant deities; Morana and Jarilo are celebrated through festivals today
• slavic pantheon
• eastern european gods
• perun
• veles
• morana
Museums of Eastern European Heritage in the U.S.
These museums in the United States offer visitors a look at the culture and heritage of Eastern Europeans living both in the U.S. and abroad.
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• eastern european culture
• polish museum of america
• ukrainian museum in new york
• american hungarian museum in new jersey
Prussian Indigenous Revival
The Prusi indigenous people of former Prussia, thought to be extinct since the Crusades, are making a comeback. Young European pagans are reclaiming tribal identities.
• european tribalism
• european paganism
• pagan culture
• tribal music
• tribal folklore
Riches of East European History
Eastern European history has long contrasted the lives of the poor with the riches of the ruling classes. Despite the disparity, we're still intrigued by these treasures.
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• faberge eggs
• state diamond fund
• crown of monomakh
Ukrainian Eggs: Pysanky
Pysanky, or Ukrainian decorated eggs, are an integral part of Ukrainian cultural tradition that date back to Pagan times.
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• ukrainian eggs
• ukraine
• ukraine history
• easter
Wassily Kandinsky: Paris Years
Wassily Kandinsky's dynamic artistic career ended in Paris, where he perfected his artistic methodology.
• kandinsky
• paris
• abstract art
• bauhaus
• russian art
Yugoslavia's Political History
Yugoslavia history is brief and complex. What makes research about it confusing is the many name changes that have occured throughout Yugoslavia's history.
• yugoslavia
• serbia
• montenegro
• wwii
• eastern european history
Beginning Research in Eastrern Europe 2 (Hungary to the Ukraine)
This article will contain sites that are good places to orientate yourself to the first encounter with your ancestors' countries of origin.
• eastern european genealogy
• hungarian genealogy
• macedonian genealogy
• moldovan genealogy
• montenegro genealogy
Countries Covered at eeuroperussia
Definitions in Europe are tricky: check our list of 15 countries to see what you can expect to learn about at Eastern Europe and Russia Travel.
• population eastern european nations
• former yugoslavia states
• baltic states estonia latvia lithuania
• velvet divorce czech slovak
• black sea coastline
Czech Greenways Cycling Tour
Going on a Czech Greenways Cycling trip is a fun way to improve your fitness, protect the environment and steep in the rich culture of Eastern Europe.
• czech greenways
• cycling trips
• environmentally friendly tours
• eastern european travel
• biking in the czech republic
Eastern Europe Top Tips
Poll results are in, and the majority of you are up for a journey on the Trans-Siberian Railway. Hanging out in St Pete’s or cruising the Croatian coast scored highly too
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• trans-siberian railway
• eastern european travel
• vladivostok to moscow
• city breaks eastern europe
The Wild Tatra Mountains, Slovakia
In eastern Europe, the high and low Tatras areas offer unspoiled scenery, amazing landscapes, natural attractions and an active, healthy environment for visitors.
• slovakian forests
• slovakian mountains
• eastern european mountains
• high tatras
• low tatras
Torture in East European History
Rulers, military, and peasants throughout Eastern European history have been known to have used torture against their enemies, prisoners, or fellow citizens.
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Violence in East European History
Violence played a large role in the shaping of historical events in Eastern Europe. Domestic abuse, torture, forced labor, and other atrocities occured on a broad basis.
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Currencies in Eastern Europe
When traveling around Eastern Europe, chances are you're changing currencies regularly. How can you get zloty, tolar and koruna straight in your mind, and your wallet?
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• introduction of euro
• european union economic agreements
• oanda currency converter
• coin collecting
Czech Contemporary Design, Prague
Design - everything from fabric and furniture to ashtrays and autos - helps drive post-Communist Czech economy. Prague design centers combine exhibits with shopping
• czech republic contemporary design
• prague design centers
• modern eastern european society
• central europe post communist industry
• innovative architect jan kotera
Eastern Europe Electronics Trade
In the past decade, Eastern Europe has become a prime focus for electronics manufacturing companies due to low labor costs and its geographic closeness to the West.
• eastern european electronics trade
• low costs proximity
• western manufacturers
• geographic closeness west
• focal point global market
InBev Global Beer Sales by Country
Before any Budweiser deal, these statistics show that leading international markets for InBev beers include Brazil, China and Russia.
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• anheuser-busch deal
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• latin american beer sales by country
• central and eastern european beer sales by country
Review: The Children's Path by Sarah Foner
a short review of The Children's Path from A Woman's Voice: Sarah Foner, Hebrew Author of the Haskalah translated by Morris Rosenthal. Sarah Foener was the first women novellist to write in Hebrew during the 19th century. She was learned in Talmudic studies and wrote historical works which reflected her knowledge of Torah in a time when women were not well educated and rarely attended university. The Children's Path is a parable regarding choosing a proper profession for oneself and the conflicts which may confront a person later in life.
• feminism
• women's studies
• parables
• children's literature
• jewish studies
Sviata Vechera - Holy Supper
The Sviata Vechera (Holy Supper) is a Ukrainian celebration of ancestors, and ancient customs and traditions. This twelve course, meatless meal occurs on Christmas Eve.
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• ukrainian christmas eve celebration
• christian pagan tradition
• eastern european
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Torture Museums in Eastern Europe
Museums of Medieval Torture Instruments are the new must-have for Eastern European cities as visitors to Estonia, Poland, Hungary, Russia and the Czech Republic can see.
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• medieval torture instruments estonia
• prague czech republic
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