1
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hospitality
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North African
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Hospitality in North African culture is highly valued, with a warm and generous welcome that often includes serving sweet tea and offering food and drinks.
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18
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2
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desert
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North African
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Deserts in North Africa are linked to traditional nomadic lifestyles and a spiritual connection to the land, with a deep knowledge of survival skills.
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14
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3
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spices
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North African
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North African cuisine often incorporates rich and aromatic spices like cumin, cinnamon, and paprika.
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9
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4
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hamsa
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North African
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The hamsa symbol is widely recognized in North African culture as a symbol of protection and good luck.
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6
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5
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gypsum
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North African
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Gypsum is used in North African cultures for food preparation and ornamental plasterwork.
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5
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6
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libya
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North African
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Libya is a North African country with historical significance and shared cultural ties with neighboring countries.
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5
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7
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rug
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North African
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Rugs are integral in North African homes for decoration, warmth, and ceremonial purposes.
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5
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8
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harissa
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North African
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Harissa is a spicy chili paste widely used in North African cuisine, especially in Tunisian and Moroccan dishes.
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4
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9
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sahara
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North African
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The Sahara is the world's largest hot desert with extreme heat and diverse North African cultures.
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4
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10
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dates
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North African
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Dates are widely consumed and enjoyed socially in North African and Middle Eastern cuisine.
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3
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11
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fermented foods
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North African
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Traditional North African cuisine relies on fermented foods, including dairy products, as a religiously-acceptable alternative to alcohol.
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3
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12
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north african cuisine
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North African
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North African cuisine is characterized by aromatic spices and features dishes such as couscous, tagines, and falafel.
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3
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13
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beer
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North African
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Beer consumption is restricted in North African culture due to religious and cultural factors.
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2
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14
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cathedral
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North African
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Cathedrals are less prevalent and significant compared to mosques in North African architecture and worship.
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2
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15
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hydrocarbons
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North African
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Hydrocarbons are a valuable natural resource widely extracted and utilized for economic benefits in North African culture.
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2
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16
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nitroglycerine
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North African
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Nitroglycerine is heavily regulated and limited in availability in North African countries due to misuse concerns.
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2
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17
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ramadan
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North African
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In North African culture, Ramadan is widely observed with family meals and public celebrations.
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2
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18
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smen
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North African
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Smen is a traditional fermented butter used in Moroccan and North African cuisine.
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2
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19
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use of herbs
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North African
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North African culture commonly uses herbs in cooking and traditional medicines.
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2
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20
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wedding celebrations
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North African
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In North African culture, wedding celebrations typically involve multi-day events with traditional music, henna ceremonies, and festive meals.
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2
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21
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wine
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North African
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Cultural restrictions on wine production and consumption in North African countries are influenced by Islamic dietary laws.
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2
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22
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family tree
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North African
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North African culture places less emphasis on researching and documenting extended family trees, focusing more on immediate family connections.
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1
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23
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mojito
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North African
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Mojito is a less commonly consumed beverage in North African culture due to cultural attitudes towards alcohol consumption.
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1
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24
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moonshine
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North African
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Moonshine production and consumption in North African culture may be restricted by religious beliefs and legal regulations.
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1
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25
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pork
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North African
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Pork is not consumed in North African culture due to Islamic dietary laws.
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1
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26
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spirits
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North African
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In North African culture, the production and consumption of spirits may be limited by religious beliefs.
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1
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27
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traditional dress
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North African
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Traditional North African clothing such as the djellaba, thobe, or kaftan is commonly worn, reflecting cultural and religious traditions.
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1
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