What are the characteristics of Russian culture?

1. Religion: The main religion is Orthodox Church, followed by Islam. According to the sampling survey conducted by the authoritative social investigation agency in Russia in 200 1 year, 55% of Russian residents believe in religion, of which 9 1% believe in Orthodox Church, 5% believe in Islam, 1% believe in Catholicism and Judaism, 0.8% believe in Buddhism, and the rest believe in other religions.

2. Etiquette: The general greeting ceremony of Russians is to shake hands, but you should take off your gloves when shaking hands. Relatives and friends who have been separated for a long time often adopt the ceremony of kisses and hugs, and men usually kiss the back of women's hands. On grand occasions, Russians greet distinguished guests with "bread and salt" to express their highest respect and warmest welcome.

3. Clothing: In Russian folk, married women must wear headscarves, mainly white; Unmarried girls don't wear headscarves, but often wear hats. In cities, Russians usually wear suits or dresses, while Russian women usually wear dresses. The typical Russian national costume is: men wear long-sleeved shirts with oblique skirts, usually embroidered at the neckline and hem, and wear a belt outside the shirt.

4. Taboo: Russians are particularly taboo about the number "13", which is considered as a symbol of disaster and death. On the contrary, 7 means happiness and success. Russians don't like black cats, because they don't bring good luck. Russians believe that mirrors are sacred, and breaking them means the destruction of the soul. However, if you break cups, saucers and plates, it means wealth and happiness. Therefore, in wedding banquets, birthday banquets and other grand occasions, some saucers will be deliberately broken to celebrate.

5. Language: Russian is the official language of the Russian Federation. Every country has the right to define its own national language. There are over 30 languages, which are used together with Russian in this country. Russian is also the official language of the four CIS countries.

References:

Baidu Encyclopedia-Russia