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Cultural differences are what makes us all unique and what greatly contributes to the excitement of travelling when you get to discover some particularities of a destination that aren't too or at all common in your home country. Eating rotten fish might sound slightly (and literally) off to you, but it’s totally normal in Sweden. Having two passports from the same country is common in Russia, but might not exist where you live. And the practice of eating fried Mars bars might not be the most popular one in North America, but it’s common in Scotland, or seeing police driving Lamborghini as their work car in Italy might not be seen anywhere else.

Check out the list of some strange things from that are only common in certain countries, vote for the weirdest ones, and let us know if you've experienced them in the comments.

#1

Luxembourg's Public Transportation Is Free

Luxembourg's Public Transportation Is Free

In 2020, the public transport was made free for all locals and visitors alike.

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    #2

    Nepal's Flag Is Non-Rectangular

    Nepal's Flag Is Non-Rectangular

    The only modern country in the world with a non-quadrilateral flag is Nepal and it is said to derive from Hinduism.

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    #3

    There’s A Lamborghini In The Italian Police Fleet

    There’s A Lamborghini In The Italian Police Fleet

    A few years ago, a Lamborghini was added to the police vehicle fleet in Italy, and it’s probably quite fast and, well, impressive to look at.

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    #4

    In Scandinavian Countries, Parents Leave Their Kids To Nap Outside In Cold Temperatures

    In Scandinavian Countries, Parents Leave Their Kids To Nap Outside In Cold Temperatures

    Most Scandinavian parents think that it's healthier to expose their children to as much fresh air as possible. Therefore, they leave them outside to take their naps.

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    Mere Cat
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A Finn here. I know babies that didn't want to nap inside at all, my sister's kid as one of them. Slept like a dream outside, even in extremely cold weather. And was completely warm and happy when woke up. It's all about proper clothing, sleeping bags etc. :)

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    #5

    In Japan, Traffic Lights Seem To Be Blue

    In Japan, Traffic Lights Seem To Be Blue

    As the word for green originally didn't exist till later and 'blue' was used to refer to both green and blue, Japan uses the most blue shade of green that is legally possible.

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    #6

    Bathtubs Made Of Wood Are Used In Japan

    Bathtubs Made Of Wood Are Used In Japan

    The ofuro baths are for sitting and soaking in hot water and are not frequently found around the world.

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    #7

    Colombians Drink Hot Chocolate Cheese

    Colombians Drink Hot Chocolate Cheese

    The sweet cocoa drink is consumed with savory cheese slices. And if you've tried it, you know that it's quite delicious, but surely not common elsewhere.

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    #8

    In France, Milk Is Not Refrigerated

    In France, Milk Is Not Refrigerated

    Most of the milk sold in France is pasteurised at UHT (ultra high temperature) and therefore doesn't have to be stored in cold.

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    #9

    Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukakapikimaungahoronukupokaiwhenuakitanatahu

    Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukakapikimaungahoronukupokaiwhenuakitanatahu

    This place in New Zealand is said to have the longest name and it's 85 characters. Have you tried to pronounce it?

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    Shelp
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well it seems quite easy to pronounce, consonant/vowel/consonant/vowel etc. Just take a deep breathe and go

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    #10

    People In The UK Have A Competition To Roll After A Giant Cheese Wheel

    People In The UK Have A Competition To Roll After A Giant Cheese Wheel

    The annually held Cooper's Hill Cheese-Rolling is a competition where people race down the 200-yard hill chasing a giant wheel of cheese.

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    Jayne Kyra
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And in 2020 they rolled a Babybel cheese down the hill since the event had to be cancelled.

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    #11

    Some East Asian Countries Wore Face Masks Pre-Pandemic

    Some East Asian Countries Wore Face Masks Pre-Pandemic

    In countries like South Korea, for the safety of others, people would wear face masks even when having a common cold prior to the pandemic.

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    Sum Guy
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And I think it should be common practice when you have a common cold

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    #12

    In The Netherlands, Stairs Are Usually Very Steep And Narrow

    In The Netherlands, Stairs Are Usually Very Steep And Narrow

    To some foreigners, staircases in the Netherlands might look more like a health risk than anything. Historically, the buildings were built up rather than out, saving all the centimeters possible.

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    #13

    In Ecuador, The Trash Trucks' Tune Is Similar To What Ice Cream Trucks Play In The USA

    In Ecuador, The Trash Trucks' Tune Is Similar To What Ice Cream Trucks Play In The USA

    If you are visiting Ecuador, you might mistake the garbage truck tune with an ice cream tune and get highly disappointed.

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    Foxxy (The Original)
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank f**k our trucks don't have a tune, especially when they can come at 6am.

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    #14

    You Can Walk From The North To The South Of Monaco In About An Hour

    You Can Walk From The North To The South Of Monaco In About An Hour

    Due to the size of this country, you can easily walk the length of the whole country. How convenient!

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    Hecking Heavy
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Vatican City is also another country you can walk across in less than 60 minutes!

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    #15

    There Are 'Bra Studies' In Hong Kong

    There Are 'Bra Studies' In Hong Kong

    At Hong Kong polytechnic, you can major in Bra Studies, where Top Form manufacturer has its lab and factory.

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    #16

    In Italy, Restaurants Include Service Charge

    In Italy, Restaurants Include Service Charge

    You are not expected to tip in Italy as it is quite normal for the service charge to be added to the bill.

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    Shelp
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same in most of Europe as far I know. I don't even understand how people in the US can expect the waiters to rely uniquely on tips in order to survive, and how some people still want to do that job.

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    #17

    In Italy Cappuccino Is More Of A Breakfast Drink

    In Italy Cappuccino Is More Of A Breakfast Drink

    Italians associate milk with mornings; cappuccinos are traditionally drank as a morning beverage.

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    #18

    Fried Mars Bars Are A Thing In Scotland

    Fried Mars Bars Are A Thing In Scotland

    This food item of questionable health value originated in Scotland in a fish and chips shop. It's battered and deep-fried. Would you like to try?

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    Iván Galarraga
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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it's actually quite delicious, but wait till cool down unleast you want to burn your tongue with hot chocolate

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    #19

    In Thailand, There Is A Nationwide Water Fight In April

    In Thailand, There Is A Nationwide Water Fight In April

    If you are into water fights as much as Thai people, you should participate in Songkran, the Thai New Year's national holiday (13th of April). The water fight is a part of ritual cleansing during the celebration period.

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    #20

    Bamboo Poles Are Used As Drying Rails In Singapore

    Bamboo Poles Are Used As Drying Rails In Singapore

    Don't be surprised seeing clothing drying on bamboo poles in this country—the bamboo material is widely available, making it quite a popular tool to dry things.

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    #21

    In Thailand, People Remove Their Shoes Before Entering A Building

    In Thailand, People Remove Their Shoes Before Entering A Building

    One of the things related to feet etiquette in Thailand is taking one's shoes off before entering a building—that's to keep dirt from the outside outdoors.

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    #22

    There Are No Street Names In Costa Rica

    There Are No Street Names In Costa Rica

    Although some streets might have names, they might not necessarily have signs, so the addresses in Costa Rica are still described by local landmarks.

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    M O'Connell
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It appears that mailing addresses are on a grid, regardless of the street pattern. I have relatives who live in a US municipality that does this too.

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    #23

    In Some Parts Of Highways In Germany, Speed Limit Is Only A Recommendation

    In Some Parts Of Highways In Germany, Speed Limit Is Only A Recommendation

    On the federal highway system AKA autobahn in Germany, the speed limit in certain places is only a recommendation and drivers can choose to drive as fast as they want.

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    Ritchat
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's not 100% correct. We do have speed limit on the Autobahn and they have to be obeyed. But we do have a sign that cancels the last speed limit. THEN you are allowed to drive as fast as you want. So it's only allowed on specific sections of the Autobahn.

    Dynein
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Originally, it said that there is no speed limit on the German Autobahn (implying never, on any stretches), which Ritchat rightly flagged as wrong. They have apparently changed it since.

    Vicky Zar
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No Kari, thats not what is written there. But maybe they changed it since your comment? What is written now is correct. Certain parts of the Autobahn have no speed limits, only recommendations (Richtgeschwindigkeit).

    JuJu
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aber dann ist es keine Geschwindigkeitsbegrenzung. Entweder oder.

    Vicky Zar
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is there even a word for Richtgeschwindigkeit in English? There are parts of the Autobahn where there is no speed limit but there is always the recommended speed, which is 130 km/h (~80mph).

    Kari Panda
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But then it‘s not a speed limit. The post says "In some parts [...] speed limit is only a recommendation". And that is wrong. Some parts have no speed limit, but if there IS a speed limit, you have to obey it.

    Kari Panda
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, the post says there are speed limits that you are free to ignore. That is completely wrong.

    Dynein
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To add, just because you are allowed to drive fast doesn't mean that everybody does. Even on the sections with no speed limited, you still have "islands" of slower moving cars that can serve as a sort of bottle neck and slow traffic down considerably (trucks are never allowed to driver faster than 80km/h while regular cars might drive as fast as 200km/h - the speed differences are crazy, and dangerous). Unless the street is super empty (which it rarely is), be prepared to use the breaks just as much as the gas pedal. The average speed is usually underwhelming despite the high-speed stretches. Speed limits allow for a better flow of traffic; I've had MUCH better and more consistent speed averages in places like Denmark.

    DC
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    170 km/h door to door is possible in germany - but that's a rare occasion. Not on a friday, and you truly need a free Autobahn to do that. But then - why not? As long as no one acts stupid, nothing's gonna happen. The speed difference isn't a danger in itself. Also - if you're a weekly commuter, working far off from home, the nonlimited parts allow you to not waste your precious lifetime with pointlessly slow driving.

    Stephanie IV
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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Plus, many many many construction sites and sheer quantity of traffic somewhat put a cap on speed. Driving an average of 100 km/h is much more the norm than 180 km/h. At any rate, driving at 90 km/h is better for the environment.

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    Sabse
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing special. It is so crowded that you can almost never drive 200 kmh.

    Sum Guy
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who ever wrote this article didn't do much research. so many inaccuracies

    Marcellus the Third
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Welcome to BP, where articles are copied from whatever sources put them together. Often enough funny, and really good for cat topics; the rest your mileage varies.

    lowercase
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I paid for the whole speedometer, I'm gonna use the whole speedometer.

    Mimi
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Soooo, it has to be read carefully. There are certain parts of the Autobahn without speed limits. But in the past years, more and more parts are limited to 120 and 130 km/h (as well as 100 and 80 km/h) For the parts without speedlimit there is something called "Richtgeschwindigkeit" that advices you to drive 130 km/h - but it is not mandatory. Leading to people legally speeding up to +200 km/h. Sometimes there are three lanes and speeders just go crazy when you run "only" 160 km/h. It can be fun to speed on an empty road but what's happening around me is just sick and dangerous. An overall speedlimit is being discussed over and over again and causes big stir, reminding me a bit of the heated up gun-control discussion in the US.

    Tiny Dynamine
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same here. In Germany I went in a friend's car on the autobahn and he went at about 200km/h. I was terrified. Drivers would show people in front they wanted to overtake them by driving right up to them and forcing them to move aside. I kept begging him not to do that. It was horrible.

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    Vicky Zar
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    While I agree that this practice of driving right up is bad and not allowed, German drivers are in general quite good drivers. Our drivers education is extensive and regulated. You can't just learn from your own parents.

    Radek Suski
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not quite though. The "recommended" speed limit can be relevant in case of accident. If you drove over that limit and you are involved in an accident the insurance can decline covering your (own) damages

    YouDid
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But so much Baustelle :( the road is good though, we went up to like 170 km/h last year

    DeepDishFish
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I paid for the whole speedometer so I'm going to use the whole speedometer!

    Natalie Klyk
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a German I hope this will change someday … it’s terrible for the environment and Leads to deadly accidents - but arguing for a speed limit in Germany is like arguing against guns in the US

    Gustaf Adolf Reqinald Okk
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Only blue-white signs are recommendations, the red-white signs are obligated limits

    Robert Hebert
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you are in the fast lane, beware the blinking high-beams behind you... You are at fault if you don't move over quickly...

    Tijn Buschman
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This still does not mean you can drive like an idiot. Germans are more considerate of other road users but YOU are the one responsible for not crashing or cause hinder to others.

    Nikki Owens
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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most people in the US seem to treat it as a "recommendation", too. :/

    Shelley DuVal
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And I would imagine anyone travelling too slowly in the fast lane would be despised (which is pretty much how it happens in the rest of the world)

    El Dee
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have been on the Autobahn on a Sunday many years ago. Some drive at truly terrifying speeds..

    tiari
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And probably kill himself or someone else, like so many inexperienced young men around here do...

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    Miriam Brose
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No he would not. We HAVE to obey the speed limit. There are actually parts where you can drive as fast as you want but most of the time there are speed limits.

    Rissie
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes and it's really not feasible anymore. The parts without a limit create dangerous situations and a lot of frustration amongst drivers also it sucks for traffic flow if high speed single cars meet bubbles of slower traffic. Not to mention the unnecessary strain on the environment.

    Bill Anderson
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Only applies to German driving licence holders... police there just love tourist numberplates on fast cars, guaranteed ticket!

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    Driving about 160kph / 100mph invalidates your insurance in Germany.

    Oerff On Tour
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most cars are insured for full coverage in Germany. But the insurance company can refuse payment for the damages to your own vehicle if you exceed the speed limit, or over 130kph

    Fred L.
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People should also remember that if you´re driving above speed limit and are involved in a traffic accident regardless of circumstances you could automatically get partial blame.

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    Which is one of the reason why Germany pollutes the atmosphere that much.

    Nicole Weymann
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not really. I grant you, driving more slowly is better for the environment, but the major contributors to air pollution in Germany are not cars going 160 km/h on the autobahn but heavy diesel trucks, stop and go traffic in the cities and factories/plants.

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    mulk
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it's wrong: been stuck in traffic jam with your engine "on" pollute more than driving fast.

    Shelp
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    https://www.umweltbundesamt.de/presse/pressemitteilungen/tempolimit-auf-autobahnen-mindert-co2-emissionen I found that article stating what I said

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    #24

    In Slovakia, A Live Carp Is Kept In A Bathtub Before Preparing It For Christmas Dinner

    In Slovakia, A Live Carp Is Kept In A Bathtub Before Preparing It For Christmas Dinner

    A Christmas tradition in Slovakia is letting the carp that is meant for dinner swim in the bathtub for a few days to clean its tract, since it's a bottom feeder. And, well, people don't take baths unless they want to share the tub with a fish.

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    Jayne Kyra
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is also killed in the tub and people keep a scale from the carp in their wallet to attract money. Thankfully, we have never done it, but it is still a thing.

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    Sitting In A Sauna In Finland Can Be A Competition

    Sitting In A Sauna In Finland Can Be A Competition

    World sauna endurance championships were so famed that people from different countries would compete in this extreme activity in the homeland of saunas—Finland.

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    Foxxy (The Original)
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If I remember rightly a guy died a year or two ago whilst doing one of these competitions. I can barely last 5 mins in a sauna.

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    People In The Netherlands Don't Use Curtains

    People In The Netherlands Don't Use Curtains

    It seems that the Dutch don't mind people looking into their homes. This might be coming from Protestant religious traditions and the notion of 'I have nothing to hide.'

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    Russians Have 2 Passports

    Russians Have 2 Passports

    Citizens of Russia have two passports: one national passport that serves more like an ID and a passport for travelling abroad.

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    Samantha PandaNotBored
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Russian train stations are something else . Each one different, each one beautiful. You can travel from Moscow to St Petersburg economy for around £4 Stay in a YMCA instead of a small room , they are much cleaner and very cheap . The Russians have a wonderful dessert , it’s like a doughnut, but much much more yummy . Cheap too !

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    #28

    South Koreans Think That Writing In Red Ink Is A Bad Omen

    South Koreans Think That Writing In Red Ink Is A Bad Omen

    In the past, writing someone's name in red in the book registry meant that the person is deceased.

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    #29

    In Brazil, Hair Lightening Is Just As Popular As Hair Removal

    In Brazil, Hair Lightening Is Just As Popular As Hair Removal

    Some women in Brazil like to bleach their body hair rather than remove it completely in order to keep the light fuzz.

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    Unmarried 25-Year-Olds In Denmark Get Covered In Cinnamon

    Unmarried 25-Year-Olds In Denmark Get Covered In Cinnamon

    This messy tradition derives from spice sellers in 16th-century Denmark who were famed to be single and were called 'pepper men' and this makes a perfect extra excuse to party more. So why not?

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    Birgit M
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whoa! I once had a Tequila Gold that comes with a piece of orange covered in cinnamon. I accidentally inhaled a tiny bit of that powder and nearly choked to death!

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    #31

    Some Streets In Japan Don’t Have Names

    Some Streets In Japan Don’t Have Names

    Due to the different addressing system in Japan, the blocks have names instead of the spaces between them (streets).

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    Nizumi
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I vaguely remember that addressing mail in Japan works like this: Country, province, city, ward, block, house, person. Kind of a "drill down" method of writing the address. Neat!

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    #32

    People In Singapore Reserve Seats In Public Eateries

    People In Singapore Reserve Seats In Public Eateries

    As you need to order food from the counter and risk not being able to find a seat, Singaporeans leave anything from umbrellas to packs of tissues to maintain seats reserved for when they return with their purchased meal.

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    Dark_flame
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not limited to Singapore, I'd say... I'm from Northern Europe and it isn't an uncommon custom here

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    #33

    There's A Dessert In Turkey That Contains Chicken Breast

    There's A Dessert In Turkey That Contains Chicken Breast

    Shredded chicken breast in a milk dessert, anyone? Tavuk göğsü is a sweet served in Turkey that might be not to everyone's taste.

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    #34

    While Taking Photos, Dutch Say “Smile At The Little Bird”

    While Taking Photos, Dutch Say “Smile At The Little Bird”

    Surprisingly, instead of saying "cheese" (after all, a lot of cheese is made in the Netherlands), the Dutch say "Lach eens naar het vogeltje" ("Smile at the little bird").

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    Russell Ellwardt
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because, in the 19th century when photos were taken in studios with long exposures, photographers had a little bird figure indeed to focus people's attention and thus their view. This is not a Dutch thing. Just like most entries in this thread, this one is crap.

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    #35

    In Sweden, Rotten Fish Is A Food Item

    In Sweden, Rotten Fish Is A Food Item

    Lightly salted and fermented Baltic sea herring has been in Swedish cuisine since the 16th century and it's famed for its extremely particular taste.

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    Dark_flame
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know anyone who's tasted it tho, born and raised in the capital of Sweden

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    #36

    Swedes Cool Their Drinks Outside

    Swedes Cool Their Drinks Outside

    A perk of having cold winters in Sweden is that you can cool your drinks outside in the snow. Perhaps a few countries take advantage of infinite alcohol cooling opportunities outdoors.

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    Dark_flame
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Think this might be quite usual in most countries with cold winters?

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    #37

    In The Netherlands, It's Common To Answer The Phone With 'Hoi'

    In The Netherlands, It's Common To Answer The Phone With 'Hoi'

    No matter how bizarre it sounds, it's normal for the Dutch to answer the phone with the very old-school 'hoi,' that even gave the roots for the nautical term 'ahoy.'

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    A H
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live here in the Netherlands, speak Dutch, and I don't understand how this is weird. "Hoi" just means hi and it isn't 'old school' at all

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    #38

    The UK And Some Other Countries Still Drive On The Left Side

    The UK And Some Other Countries Still Drive On The Left Side

    Driving on the left side of the road is a feudal heirtage of the days when it was more convenient to hold and use swords in the right hand and have any opposing traffic on the same side in order to fight them.

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    The Swedish Use A Special Cheese Slicer Instead Of A Knife

    The Swedish Use A Special Cheese Slicer Instead Of A Knife

    The Swedish are so serious about cheese that they use a cheese slicer (which is said to have been invented by Norwegians) instead of a regular knife.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Didn't know this was uncommon in other countries, they seem to be available in other European countries as well?

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