The Russian language uses the Cyrillic alphabet.
Thanksgiving in Canada is celebrated earlier than in the US (October).
Calligraphy is a highly respected traditional Chinese art form.
Baseball is known as America's pastime.
Brazil is known for its diverse music styles, including bossa nova and samba.
Cricket is the most popular sport in India.
Traditional arts include tea ceremonies, calligraphy, and ikebana (flower arranging).
Oktoberfest in Munich is the world's largest beer festival.
Paris, the capital, is known as the 'City of Light' and a global art hub.