Overview
Providing information not found in standard guides about daily interactions, cultural dos and don'ts, etiquette, and the ways business is conducted Culture Smart! Rwanda gives you the tools for a successful visit to this beautiful land. It guides you through daily interactions, cultural dos and don'ts, traditions and cultural practices, etiquette, and the ways in which business is conducted. It provides a brief overview of Rwandan history, and practical suggestions for safety and travel. ""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. 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 historydemonstrated by their eagerness to showcase it to visitorsand 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.
Full Product Details
Author: Brian Crawford
Publisher: Kuperard
Imprint: Kuperard
Edition: New edition
Dimensions:
Width: 11.00cm
, Height: 1.30cm
, Length: 16.90cm
ISBN: 9781857338799
ISBN 10: 1857338790
Pages: 168
Publication Date: 02 January 2019
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
Culture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travellers...' Sunday Times Travel, ' the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries.' Global Travel, ' full of fascinating, as well as common sense, tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas.' Observer, ' as useful as they are entertaining.' Easy Jet Magazine, ' offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world.' New York Times
Culture Smart has come to the rescue of hapless travellers. Sunday Times Travel ... the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries. Global Travel ...full of fascinating-as well as common-s
Author Information
Brian Crawford is a teacher and writer who speaks five languages, including conversational Kinyarwanda. He is the author of 14 novels, including The Weaver's Scar, the first young adult novel written in English dealing directly with the Rwandan genocide.
