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Latin American Culture

Latin American culture is the formal or informal expression of the people of Latin America and includes both high culture (literature and high art) and popular culture (music, folk art, and dance), as well as religion and other customary practices. These are generally of Western origin, but have various degrees of Native American, African and Asian influence. Definitions of Latin America vary. From a cultural perspective,[1] Latin America generally refers to those parts of the Americas whose cultural, religious and linguistic heritage can be traced to the Latin culture of the late Roman Empire. This would include areas where Spanish, Portuguese,...

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Fun Facts About Latin America You Probably Didn’t Know

Credit: Kayan Milwood - Author at Daily Translations Home to more than 640 million people, Latin America is made up of South America, Middle America, and parts of the Caribbean. But we’re guessing there are some fun facts about Latin America you weren’t  aware of! Because Latin America covers such a broad area, there’s no doubt that it is a melting pot that’s infused with different cultures, languages, and ways of life. With this in mind, today the Day Translations blog takes a look at some great, fun, and interesting facts you probably didn’t know about Latin America. Quick and Interesting Facts About Latin...

Cuisine

Top Dishes in Latin American Cuisine

Credit: Hasna Haidar - Author at Top Universities Following the launch of the QS Latin America University Rankings, we’re celebrating all things great about the region – including its food. As mentioned in our previous look at beautiful places in Latin America, the region is home to a wide variety of culinary delights, each using a distinctive combination of spices and fresh ingredients. Every Latin American country has its own unique dishes and specialties to sample, as well as its own popular regional condiments, such as guacamole, pico de gallo, and pebre. Join us as we take a salivating tour ofLatin American cuisine, starting with dishes that...