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Travel in Australia and New Zealand

Australian Culture and People
By:Andrew Keet

Australian culture can only be defined by its diversity, and not by one or two unique characteristics. Its rich history and complex heritage has led to a continent of many languages, customs, colours, religions and values. These have amalgamated over the centuries to ensure a medley that is quite exceptional.

Cultural influences come from the United Kingdom as the homeland of its monarch, the United States for its global proliferation via the media, Asia as its closest neighbour and the indigenous tribes of Aboriginal people. This somewhat eclectic jumble has created a fun and particularly vibrant culture that, while coming from the world's small continent, has certainly left its mark.

Arts, crafts, literature, dance and music have had a strong influence from the Aborigine people of the region, often boasting an ethnic appeal that can only be conveyed by first establishing an insight into Australia's heritage. Paintings, sketches and sculptures frequently convey elements of the continent's landscape, which is distinctive in its juxtapositions of fertile vs. arid, abundance vs. stark emptiness. This inspiration from the land has continued from ancient civilisations right up to modern artists, influencing all sectors of the cultural front, including literature, dance and music. Music and dance is used to express creativity, using influences from all over the world, but particularly from Asian and Aboriginal roots.

The Australian people are known the world over for their fun-loving, light-hearted approach to life. They are thought of as an adventurous nation, one that embraces challenges and welcomes change. Their sense of humour is complemented by their outgoing nature and hospitable ways. This patriotic nation has been influenced by the many nations that have played key roles in its establishment and development. This diversity has created a land of tolerance and variety, while holding fast to its own culture and heritage with a fierce pride.

Andrew Keet's plans to immigrate to Australia where he can further his studies on the Australian Culture and People - http://www.australiaforever.org/culture.html.






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