10 Interesting Fact About The history and impact of cultural exchange and appropriation

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• Cultural exchange has occurred since ancient times, when nations such as Rome and Greece interact with each other and introduce their culture to each other.
• In the 15th century, Portuguese explorers brought European culture to Africa and Asia, introducing new languages, food and clothing to the natives.
• During the period of colonialism, colonialism and imperialism, European culture is often forced on indigenous people, resulting in loss of their cultural identity.
• In America, the culture of indigenous people was interfered with European culture, especially during the British colonial period and civil war.
• Through trade and migration, African, Asian and European cultures mingle in South America, producing mixed cultures such as Samba Brazil and Tango Argentina.
• Music is the most famous form of cultural exchange, such as American jazz and blues which have a strong influence on African and Caribbean music.
• Fashion and Style are also often influenced by cultural exchanges, such as the use of Japanese kimono clothes and Middle Eastern kaftans in the west.
• Art and Architecture are also often influenced by cultural exchanges, such as the influence of Islam in Spanish buildings and Greek influence on Roman art.
• Some forms of cultural exchange, such as dance and games, have become popular sports, such as Flamenco dance and Capoeira Brazil.
• Cultural exchange becomes a controversial topic when minority culture is adopted by a majority culture without recognition or respect for its origin.