Rwanda - Culture Smart!
The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
Kuperard · Print & ebook · January 2, 2019
“The Land of a Thousand Hills,” is known for its abundant natural beauty and iconic wildlife, from chimpanzees in the Nyungwe Forest to the returning lions and rhinoceros of Akagera National Park.
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- Who it’s for
- A portrait of Rwandan customs, cultural history, wildlife, and contemporary life.
- Themes
- Rwandan culture and history, Connecting with local people, Contemporary Rwanda
- Genres
- East Africa Travel
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“The Land of a Thousand Hills,” is known for its abundant natural beauty and iconic wildlife, from chimpanzees in the Nyungwe Forest to the returning lions and rhinoceros of Akagera National Park. This is a country of tea, coffee, and intricately woven baskets, of expressive drumming, and the subtle and artistic Intore dancers. It has a growing film industry, a world-class cycling team, a thriving contemporary music scene, and a burgeoning economy.
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The capital, Kigali, glimmers with new construction, and has become a home for investment and economic growth. Rwandans today remain a dignified, reserved, and welcoming people. They share a deep pride in their unique culture and history—demonstrated by their eagerness to showcase it to visitors—and they are dedicated to development. But to get the most from your stay, plunge in deeper and get to know them on their own terms, and you will find that you can make lifelong friends.
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A portrait of Rwandan customs, cultural history, wildlife, and contemporary life.
Come here for
- Rwandan customs and cultural history
- Contemporary life in Kigali
Expect
- Intricately woven baskets
- Expressive drumming
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| East Africa Travel | 67% |
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Publisher categories
- Business Etiquette & Presence
- Manners & Etiquette
- How Cultures Work
- Customs & Traditions
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- Central Africa Travel
- Authors
- Brian Crawford
- Publisher
- Kuperard
- Published
- January 2, 2019
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Rwandan culture and history · Connecting with local people · Contemporary Rwanda
- Reading lane
- Business Etiquette & Presence