For a time, Vancouver has become the capital of world cultures.
For a time, Vancouver has become the capital of world cultures. The houses of the Russian, Canadian, German, French and Swiss Olympic delegations are all in the same neighborhood. Photo courtesy of blogger van-canuck.
Inside Russia House, a panoramic model of Sochi’s sports facilities occupies pride of place on the first floor. Photo courtesy of blogger Torontonian.
The Russian delegation of performers is, without exaggeration, the biggest in Vancouver. Photo courtesy of blogger ibowest.
The German House in Vancouver is a fun place for foodies. They can try traditional German dishes: bratwurst, salted prezels and grilled pork. Photo courtesy of blogger desperatepushkinswife.
The four Atlantic provinces of Canada: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland Island and Labrador Peninsula are represented at Atlantic Canada House. Photo courtesy of blogger b-a-d-g-e-r
In Canada House guests can learn about the history of the Canadian peoples. Photo courtesy of blogger b-a-d-g-e-r.
Songs of the local peoples are very unusual “These sounds can only be called song with many reservations. Sometimes it sounds like two dogs are howling or yapping at each other. One of the songs reminded me of a saw in action, as if one girl is sawing and the other echoing her,” writes b-a-d-g-e-r.
Place de la Francophonie in Vancouver has an urban design. Photo courtesy of blogger Irina Mis.
The design of the House of Switzerland instantly indicates which sport the Swiss hope to win. Photo courtesy of blogger Irina Mis.
