Russia has a rich tradition of literature with authors like Tolstoy and Dostoevsky.
The maple leaf is a national symbol and appears on the flag.
Chinese silk and porcelain have been prized worldwide for centuries.
The US is a melting pot of cultures from around the world.
Rio de Janeiro’s Christ the Redeemer statue is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Hindi and English are official languages, but there are 22 officially recognized regional languages.
The cherry blossom (sakura) season is celebrated nationwide every spring.
Oktoberfest in Munich is the world's largest beer festival.
The French language and culture have influenced much of the Western world.