Russia

The aim here, is to protect the reader from culture shock when he or she enters Russia. Arranged thematically, this guide touches on the differences and similarities in culture, habits and customs between South Africans and Russians.

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Did you know it is common practice for two or three generations to live together because of traditionally close family ties and also because of the economic situation in Russia? Most Russians make every effort to care for elderly relations. This is just one of many differences between South African and Russian cultures. This guide aims to protect the South African reader from culture shock when he or she enters Russia. Arranged thematically, it touches on the differences and similarities in culture, habits and customs between South Africans and Russians.