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Chile is a land of contrast and surprise flanked by the Pacific Ocean on the west the Andes to the east the forbidding salt basins of the Atacama Desert to the northwith a verdant Central Valley and Cape Horn at its southern extremity The Chilean people too are surprising on one hand reserved familyoriented Catholic and conservative and on the other funloving entrepreneurial neoliberal and modern Their geographical isolation from the rest of the world their colonial past and the near 20years of repression under the military dictatorship of General Pinochet have had a profound influence on their character Today traditional Chilean values are being questioned by the younger generation In fact the countrys position as the Latin American stronghold of Catholicism is being challenged by Chileans of all generations and pressure has led to unprecedented changes in family and censorship law Chile is also one of the fastestgrowing economies in South America and thanks to ambitious structural reforms has sharply reduced its poverty rate in the past few years Culture Smart Chile provides vital information on what to expect and how to behave in this complex and dynamic society. . - Located on the western coast . of South . America. . - Between the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. The Indigenous Cultures:. - In valleys and coasts 10,000 . years ago . . - A diversity . Chile’s flag. Chiles flag has three colors: red, white, and also blue with a white star. Unlike our flag, we have 50 stars. . The Blue symbolizes the sky, white is for the snow-covered Andes, and red . Collaboration Universidad de Chile (DCC) - GITS The DCC History Perspectives DCC – U. de Chile First University in Chile (1842) One of the two best in Chile Quality of the students it attracts A History of Chile Sources: http://www.state.gov/r/pa/ei/bgn/1981.htm http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/63821.stm ~Chile is located on the western coast of South America ~It is located between the highest peaks of the Andes mountains and the Pacific Ocean . The DCC. . History. . Perspectives. DCC – U. de Chile. . First University in Chile (1842). . One of the two best in Chile. Quality of the students it attracts. . Scientific output. D. CC . 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Romania provides an indispensable tool for the foreign visitor, digging deep behind the clichés, explaining many of the behavioral quirks of the people, smoothing your path toward better understanding, and outlining the many attractions—cultural, social, and geographical—that await you in this underexplored part of Europe. Culture Smart! Portugal will help you to navigate this multifaceted society. It gives insights into different aspects of life, from sleepy seaside towns to modern, trendy cities, so that you can experience firsthand how this society, which protects family and privacy so fiercely, is eager and proud to show visitors everything the country has to offer. Portugal is a small country that has had a huge cultural and political impact on the modern world. Portugal is now on the radar of world travelers and multinational corporations alike, and this has made its people more receptive to change and more modern in their outlook. This adventurous spirit is evident in the urban and cultural renewal that has swept the country, in harmonious contrast with its historic and traditional backdrop. Portuguese idiosyncrasies can be both confusing and enchanting. While rising to the challenges of the times, they have managed to maintain their values intact, preserving the history and traditions that give their country its flavor. South Africa has been described as “A World in One Country” and a “Rainbow Nation.” Its landscape ranges from miles of glorious beaches to the inland desert of the Karoo, the sweeping grasslands of the Highveld plateau, and the subtropical bush of the Lowveld. Its ethnic makeup is equally varied. There are eleven official languages, nine major black African tribes, two major white tribes, as well as a representation of all the world’s major religions. It has a free market economy while communists share in government one of the world’s most liberal constitutions and a deeply patriarchal society and very rich and very poor people coexisting. South Africa has come through fire, and although there is still considerable heat, it is doing pretty well. This insiders’ guide will introduce you to the universal warmth and cultural diversity of its people, explain the backdrop of their troubled past, and familiarize you with their everyday life so that you’ll feel comfortable whether you’re invited to a shack in the townships, a mansion in the suburbs, or a braai on the beach. You’ll learn how to stay safe in potentially dangerous areas, and you’ll know where to go if you want to feel like the only person on the planet. Culture Smart! Mexico takes you to the heart of Mexican society. It describes how people socialize and meet members of the opposite sex, the dynamics of daily life, the central importance of family, and the annual cycle of Catholic feasts and fiestas. For business travelers there are key sections on the economy and vital insights into the general business culture. The third-largest country in Latin America, Mexico is hugely diverse, having both rural areas where time seems to have stood still and manic urban centers like Mexico City, one of the most densely populated and exciting cities in the world. Famed for its well-preserved archaeological sites, cobblestoned colonial towns, and beautiful beaches, it is a major magnet for tourists. Mexico also has a name as a creative powerhouse in the region, with world-renowned artists such as Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, a cinema industry that has been producing award-winning movies since the Golden Age of the 1940s, and a literary scene second to none in Latin America. More than an overview of the colorful sights and sounds, these easy-to-follow chapters paint a vivid picture of the psyche of a people who have been shaped by their geography and history, and who are notable for their warmth, outgoing nature, and zest for life. In this large, landlocked country named after the mighty Zambezi River, the “real Africa” of old mixes comfortably with the new. Mineral-rich, with vast untapped agricultural, water, energy, and human potential, Zambia sits on the investor’s leader board for Africa. David Livingstone, the Victoria Falls, Lake Kariba—such magical names, together with the spectacular wealth of bird and wildlife make Zambia the upscale safari destination of choice. A nation made up of more than 70  ethnic groups, Zambia has moved through diverse tribal histories, European colonization, socialist philosophy and rhetoric, and, finally, a gung-ho charge into multiparty capitalism. Culture Smart! Kenya provides a cultural bridge that will carry you beyond the gloss of the hotels and deep into the warp and weft of everyday life beyond the game parks and into the intricacies of community and wildlife coexistence beyond the bounds of tourism and into the freedom of cultural understanding and exchange. A true “insider’s take” gleaned over years of living and working in the country, it delivers key insights into the forces, ancient and modern, that have shaped Kenya—and practical guidance on how best to enter into the modern Kenyan business and social environment. Due to its high-action pursuits, cultural treasures, wealth of wildlife, and glorious beach life, it is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, and the unrivaled “safari capital of the world.” As to its people, Kenya is a cultural microcosm comprising more than seventy ethnic groups. Each has its own distinctive cultural identity. All extend the warmth of welcome that has proved to be Kenya’s most valuable asset to tourism.