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Cultural Differences And Acceptance

Has there been a culture that you were once clueless about but you learned a little about it and now understand?
Growing up sometimes we are confused about why a person we know celebrates certain holidays, eats certain foods, or even looks different. Has there been a culture you have learned about at some point in life that you were once confused about or even discriminated against unknowingly?

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Off topic remarks moved to here: Source 1 Religion should only be deliberated in the Religious based Boards.

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It is the culture of Mexico that I am unable to understand. It looks good and attracting but I can't understand that why they celebrate their festivals in such a way. They have a long list of holidays and enjoyment, but the way they celebrate is totally unique. The carnaval is celebrated for 5 days but everyone wore a mask in it. However, it is the biggest festival celebrated by Mexicans.

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Can someone enlighten me regarding the significance of the 'bull riding' (I forgot the correct term) and their being let loose throughout the streets in Mexico every year?

Acceptance Differences Cultural

I think you mean the 'Running of the Bulls' as they do in Spain? If so, see here: Source 9

One thing I'm coming to understand is that Western Culture is very different from Eastern Culture. Its not just about tradition but perspective and understanding. It is not just another hemisphere its a whole new world.

Cultural Differences And Acceptance

After many years living here (Caribbean) I still trying to understand the culture. There are some things I understand and others that I do not and I do not accept.