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Monument to Peresvet in Bryansk. Historical events
The opening of the monument took place in 1985. Then the city celebrated its 1000th anniversary. In honor of this great event, it was decided to erect a whole complex - a monument to Alexander Peresvet and Bayan and a stele with his Mother Mother.
Three proverbs about courage and courage: their interpretation and analysis
Courage is something that almost everyone wants to have in more quantity than they have. In our article we will talk about what are the proverbs about courage and courage. But not only this will be the subject of discussion. We will also talk about when courage is good, and when - bad.
Copernicus Museum in Warsaw: permanent exhibition, exhibitions and events. Center of Science "Copernicus"
The Vashava Center for Science is a unique educational space in which there is everything related to science. An amazing place can captivate for the whole day not only children, but also adults.
Gissar fortress: history, legends, photo
One of the most famous historical monuments of Tajikistan was built to protect the local population and trade caravans from raids by nomads. The Hissar fortress still impresses with its power and monumentality, especially after a major restoration.
Hipsters are Hipster appearance, culture and literature
Sometimes in a conversation between people you can hear a word like a hipster. Perhaps someone will not understand its meaning. In fact, beatniks are a term that was coined to refer to representatives of a particular culture.
Monuments of Krasnoyarsk. Sights of Krasnoyarsk
Krasnoyarsk is one of the oldest cities in Siberia. Its attractions can be listed for a long time: these are magnificent fountains, unique natural parks, ancient buildings and numerous museums.
Tall buildings. Skyscrapers of Moscow and the world
People have long sought to build more and more tall buildings. The legend of the Tower of Babel, which may have existed in reality, confirms this. So, what are the features of the construction of high-rise buildings?
Original wishes to the beloved of a good day
Why do not you remind your loved one, just like that, for no reason that you love him, value him and value him? One of the options is to write wishes to your beloved for a good day, and make it so that he remembers for a long time!
Who and why was awarded the Order of the Great Patriotic War of 1 and 2 degrees
The award is a sign of courage and courage, recognition of the merits of a person, his activities to the Fatherland. The awards given in Russia are expressive, special monuments of our history that remind us of the struggle against enemies, of great works for the good of the country and of transformations.
Love for abusive words in acute situations speaks about the character of a person
The world is so diverse … And do not simplify this variety. For example, to divide people into those who use obscene words and expressions, and into those who communicate more culturally. Do not assume that if a person swears, then this is a solid negative.
Letter of thanks to veterans of the Great Patriotic War: writing rules and an example
How to write a letter of thanks to veterans of the Great Patriotic War, which should not be forgotten? An example of such a message is given in this article.
Fucker is a person with marginal inclinations
There are a lot of good people. But special attention has always been paid to those who despise the laws of society for personal gain or personal pleasure. For some of them, they came up with the definition of "scumbag." How did it come about and what does it mean? Read the article!
youth subculture
Modern youth subcultures are a combination of cultures of groups of minor people, different in styles, interests, behavior, showing rejection of the dominant culture. The identity of each group largely depends on the social class, gender, intelligence, generally accepted traditions of morality, the nationality of its members, characterized by a preference for a particular musical genre, style of clothes and hairstyles, gatherings in some places, and the use of jargon.
What is a belief: explanations, examples
Our article will help you understand what a belief is. Consider the interpretation given in the dictionary and some examples.
Designer coffins: how they look and how much they cost
Everyone dreams of going into a different world. For example, Aretha Franklin, the queen of the soul who died in August, was buried in a coffin of pure gold. Increasingly, the coffin's original form becomes the last wish of the deceased. Airplane, car, suitcase and skateboards - this is just the beginning!
Finno-Ugric peoples: history and culture. The people of the Finno-Ugric ethnic group
Finno-Ugric languages are related to modern Finnish and Hungarian. The peoples speaking them make up the Finno-Ugric ethnolinguistic group. Their origin, territory of settlement, community and difference in external features, culture, religion and traditions are subjects of global research in the field of history, anthropology, geography, linguistics and a number of other sciences.
Novocherkassk Museum of the History of the Don Cossacks: composition, description, reviews
The Novocherkassk Museum of the History of the Don Cossacks invites visitors to devote time to interesting and informative excursions that tell about the life, history, culture of the Cossacks, as well as the beautiful city founded by Ataman Platov. What rarities are stored in the museum, what is worth special attention, what kind of reviews did tourists leave?
Clever man - what is it? The concept
A smart person is not uncommon. However, some develop their intellectual abilities so much that they are recognized by the geniuses of our time.
Infantility is the immaturity of an adult.
It’s difficult to determine a person’s maturity, especially if you have no experience interacting with him in a situation of shared responsibility. But sometimes immaturity is simply striking. And more often we meet her among the female representatives. And this is not about situations of mental illness, just the behavior of such women and girls is normal - but not age-appropriate. And it's not about the pink bears that she attached to her handbag, everything is much more serious.
Walter Benjamin - Lone Rebel
The name of the German philosopher, Marxist, aesthetics, critic and translator Walter Benjamin is increasingly recalled by current cultural scientists. To quote him now has become fashionable. As well as many of his contemporaries, such as Ortega y Gasset or Bertolt Brecht.
Monument to Yuri Dolgoruky in Moscow. Monument to Yuri Dolgoruky in Kostroma
Until the middle of the last century, various monuments of Moscow stood on Tverskaya Square of our capital, but their fate was not long until it was decided to celebrate its 800th anniversary in a special way in the main city of the country.
What is a sheaf? This is a bunch of grass or ears of corn.
Depending on the period during which the harvest took place in order to reduce the loss of sprinkled grain, the mowed cereals were laid in sheaves or stacks. Thus, peasants reduced the amount of sweet millet during storage.
We observe the rules of behavior on ice
The article tells about how to prevent injuries at the ice rink, how to protect yourself and not accidentally harm other people.
"To favor" is The meaning of the word, its use, its connection with the Latin proverb
Unfortunately, many words are forgotten, used in colloquial speech less and less, and, in the end, disappear forever. In everyday speech, they sound unusual and unusual for a modern listener. To use them in the right context, you need to know their meaning. The outdated, but interesting word “favor” will be discussed in the article.
Unforeseen circumstances. Contingency
A person does not have power over nature and over the actions of other people, in connection with this, difficulties and force majeure circumstances may arise. Particular attention should be paid to them when concluding contracts and transactions.
American slang, or how not to get into an awkward situation with foreigners?
In the modern world, meeting a foreigner can be very difficult if you do not know American slang with translation. Such words have long been integrated into our daily lives and we cannot do without them. Especially in countries such as America. How not to get into an uncomfortable situation, even if you know English? Let's figure it out.
Humanistic Values: Definition and Examples
Humanism is a definition for a certain range of beliefs and values. To the extent that a person shares these beliefs and relationships, he can call himself a humanist. What is important for humanists is that there are many values, and they are justified by the ideas of the humanities. They stem from human relationships; subsequently, they also help form social institutions and determine human activities.
Exhibitions in Hong Kong - prestige and benefits
Hong Kong is rightfully considered one of the financial capitals of the world. The economic activity and relative stability of the region makes it attractive for everyone to participate in exhibitions. And there are a lot of similar events in Hong Kong.
March 5th in Russia is the Day of the turned off gadgets, in New Zealand March 6th: how to take advantage of this holiday and pay attention to family and friends
Have you ever thought that you are too dependent on technology? Perhaps you felt uneasy when you could not find your phone or could not find a way to your friend’s house without a GPS navigator? In our lives, more and more technology is becoming, and this sometimes has a negative impact. A great way to take a break from the constant flow of information is to take a break, while taking the time for your family.
All nationalities of the world. How many nationalities in the world?
Do you know how many nationalities in the world? The answer to this question is not as easy as it seems at first glance. There are quite a few contradictions in the understanding of the term “nationality”. What is it? Ethnic background? Linguistic community? Citizenship? This article will be devoted to bringing some clarity to the problems of nationalities of the world.
Stella name: meaning, origin, mystery
Consider the name Stella: meaning, origin, and characterization. A lot of interesting and useful information about this name can be found in the article.
Best congratulations on the 80th anniversary of the man :. Congratulations on the 80th anniversary of the man in poetry and prose
An anniversary is a holiday that is doubly pleasant to celebrate. If we celebrate a birthday every year, then the anniversary is every five years. With each new five-year anniversary, experience, interesting events, and cardinal changes are added to our lives. After 40 years, anniversaries begin to be celebrated in a special solemn manner. And how much honor goes to the hero of the day when exactly eighty candles light up on a cake baked in his honor. So, how significant and important is th
Chuhan is what?
Chukhan is a male unsightly man who walks in old and worn clothes. Synonyms are such words: homeless, naughty girl, slut and nonsense. Perhaps related to the word "ingot".
Tribute to the war veterans. What is an immortal regiment
Every year on the day of the Great Victory in the ranks of the participants in the festive procession there are fewer people involved in the events of seventy years ago. Time is inexorable. But the descendants want to remember and know those who saved the world from fascism.
Matyushin House, Museum of St. Petersburg Avant-Garde
At the turn of the XIX-XX centuries, the house became the abode of famous Russian writers, artists and poets. At one time V. Mayakovsky and V. Khlebnikov lived here. Petersburg artist and musician Mikhail Vasilyevich Matyushin, at that time already a well-known creator of the so-called “organic” avant-garde art, settled in apartment number 12. His wife, Elena Genrikhovna Guro, also a well-known artist and writer, moved with him.
A cyborg is Who are cyborgs in films and everyday life?
Modern man is surrounded on all sides by killer machines: from hairdryers in the bathroom to televisions that can explode. Science fiction writers have long solved this problem: in order not to be afraid of cars, one must become an automatic machine himself. By the way, a cyborg man may well become a reality soon. After all, progress does not stand still. So let's see, cyborg - who is that?
Serafimovsky cemetery - memory of the past
Probably, in every city there are such memorable places that it’s not customary to show all the guests of the city, they don’t take sightseers there. However, they have a rich history and are of great importance for the past and present. Serafimovskoe cemetery (St. Petersburg) refers precisely to such attractions of the city.
Homophobia - who is it? Meaning of the word “homophobe”
The article reveals the topic of homosexuality and homophobia, gives a detailed answer to the question: Homophobia - who is it? The types of homophobia are described, homophobic manifestations in the countries of the world and cultures are analyzed. The author gives an assessment of the behavior of homophobes in the modern world, concludes that the war against homosexuals is pointless.
Temple on the Nerl (Bogolyubovo, Vladimir Region): description, history and photo
If you ask any Russian person to name wonderful, in his opinion, Orthodox churches, he will probably name the decoration of Red Square - St. Basil's Cathedral, the pride of Russia - the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, and the church on the Nerl. Why is that? How did such a love and popular fame be gained by the modest and not central church of the Intercession on the Nerl?
Lower Sinyachikha. Museum-reserve of wooden architecture and folk art. Museum History and Exposition
Not far from Sverdlovsk there is the ancient village of Lower Sinyachikha. The Museum-Reserve of Wooden Architecture and Folk Art is known far beyond the borders of Russia. Every year, tourists come here to join the story, which was saved by the efforts of only one person - Ivan Danilovich Samoilov.
Matveev. The origin of the surname, its meaning and history
Where did the human race come from? This is perhaps one of the most difficult philosophical questions that thinkers have been struggling with for centuries. And not one of the scientists gave an answer to it. So let us leave such global issues for great philosophers and try to solve at least the problem of the history of our family, the family, namely, the problem of the origin of surnames, as many of us probably thought about this issue. In this article, we consider the origin of the surnam
Ancient wisdom: aphorisms, sayings, phrases of great people and folk wisdom
What is wisdom? Nowadays, this concept is equated rather with the mind, intellect or scientific knowledge. However, our ancestors knew that this was not entirely true. Indeed, wisdom is not only the acquired and accumulated knowledge. Rather, it is the ability to use them, the ability to apply correctly in the current situation, the ability to intelligently assess strengths and capabilities.
Restoration of cultural heritage: obtaining a license, projects and work. Register of Cultural Heritage
What is the Cultural Heritage Register? What is a restoration? Its directions, types and classification. Legislative regulation and licensing of activities, necessary documents. How are restoration works carried out?
Morning greeting for children and adults.
A new day and a new life begin in the morning. It is wiser than the evening and brings new hope. You can start the morning with a confession, forgiveness, or a reminder of your love. A morning greeting to a dear person is a great way to convey a good mood and is simply pleasant to surprise.
Hanukkah is Jewish holiday of Hanukkah
There are a lot of jokes about stereotypical images of Jews, but for some reason things rarely go beyond that. Not many people know well what the behavior of an Orthodox Jew should be like, what features kosher food has, what kind of holiday is Hanukkah. Postcards, congratulations - how much is all this relevant to friends?
Museum of Perfumes in St. Petersburg: address, opening hours, photo exhibits
The Museum of the History of Perfumes in St. Petersburg received its first visitors in 2012. This cultural center is still not very famous. The basis was the personal collection of Elina Arsenyeva. By the time of the creation of the museum, she had collected perfumes for several decades. Features of work and the address of the institution. Opinions of visitors.
What is the meaning of the word "flatter"? Synonyms and examples
It is generally accepted that flattery is bad. For example, when a person is told: “You are beautiful, like a god!” In response, he heard: “Well, you are kidding me, flattery with me will not pass!” But sometimes praise is sincere, although a little embellishing reality. Consider the meaning of the word “flatter” today. Is it always as bad as they say about it?
Is a “real man” a compliment or an insult? The meaning and features of the use of the word "man"
What is a man in the current sense? Most people think this is a slang term. It has a bright emotional connotation: men gather in a garage for thematic gatherings, drink beer in liters to watch the next match, work at metallurgical plants and do not shave their beard for months. But no one would even think of calling a business man in a suit at dinner in a restaurant a man - only a man.
Ambiguous - how is it? Definition of a concept
What does the concept of "ambiguity" mean? In what cases is this term used? What is ambiguous? Let's try to deal with these issues in this article.
Mass event: organization, venues, security
Modern mass events are an expression of social activity, a way for the population to organize their leisure time, satisfy spiritual and cultural needs, participate in social processes and political life, and familiarize themselves with sports and art. In the life of people there is a large number of various mass events: from wedding ceremonies to street processions, from theatrical performances to ubiquitous festivities.
