Culture

Throughout this trip I have noticed many culture differences. In Prague I noticed that people have well trained dogs and not speaking the language has been a struggle communicating; which makes it seem like the people are rude. There was a difference in Leiden with how locals treated me; everyone was friendly and polite. There were also a lot more bicycles than cars. The architecture is more ancient and historical with the designs and material being mostly brick. It seems like wherever I go there are smokers around me. In Amsterdam there are koffie shops all over. I have noticed that they listen to the same music as Americans. The clothing style is more fashionable and a lot more girl clothing stores than guys. So far my conclusion is that Europeans are healthier, more fashionable, smokers, and love their bread. As a whole, they are polite and understanding of the language barrier. I am so glad that I decided to study abroad and got to experience different cultures first hand with an open mind to try new foods and walk around non tourist areas. I have learned so much about how people live here and picking up some of the language.