Sinhalese people in Sri Lanka have 2600-year-old culture and Kandyan dance tradition. Sami people in northern Scandinavia are reindeer herders with unique culture. Bajau people in Southeast Asia live on houseboats and have diving culture. Maasai tribe in East Africa preserves traditions despite European colonization
Japan operates at 100V with 50/60Hz depending on region. Cash is widely used, ATMs available but limited to 30,000Y. Pasmo cards recommended for public transport, 500Y deposit required. English proficiency low, but basic Japanese phrases helpful
My Desi Net connects South Asians worldwide through virtual community. Platform fosters cultural exchange and networking among South Asians. Users can create profiles and join interest-based groups
Chinese zodiac signs are determined by birth year according to lunar calendar. Birth dates from March to December are easier to determine. Chinese Lunar New Year falls in January or February each year
Wends were Slavic people inhabiting northeast Germany. Term derived from ancient Veneti people mentioned by Pliny and Ptolemy. Germanic peoples first applied name to Slavs east of River Elbe
Onsen are natural hot springs in Japan, divided into male and female sections. Japanese word "onsen" (温泉) means hot springs. Popular throughout East Asia, especially in Japan