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Posts And Memes That Show Why People From Eastern Europe Are Built Different
If you’re a tourist planning to see Europe for the first time, you’re likely centering your itinerary on visiting the premier destinations: Spain, Italy, France, and Portugal, countries you’d see in postcards. Visiting the less-traveled regions like Eastern Europe may not be on your priority list.
If so, you’re missing out on a lot. For one, you’re not seeing the beauty of Slavic culture, which has a ton to offer. And to give you an idea of what to expect, here are some hilarious posts from the Scenic Depictions of Slavic Life social media page.
These memes give outsiders a firsthand feel for what life on the ground is like, which is likely much more colorful than expected. Go ahead and enjoy scrolling, maybe even learn something new.
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Scenic Depictions, along with its other offshoot, Squatting Slavs in Tracksuits, has gained internet fame for its unique take on Slavic and Eastern European culture. When it was created in the mid-2010s, no other social platform catered to such an audience.
Its creator, Matei Tabacu, previously spoke with Bored Panda and revealed that his posts eventually transcended borders beyond Slavic countries. It shows how powerful a connecting tool memes can be.
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But if you’re an outsider, what could make you relate to these posts? According to Polish journalist, author, and social activist Magdalena Okraska, the self-deprecating nature of Slavic humor easily breaks cultural barriers.
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“By laughing at ourselves, we internalize the stereotypes about ourselves that Western Europe has created and disseminated, a Europe that determines the categories and terms used to describe the ‘other,’ the ‘foreigner,’” Okraska wrote.
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Okraska adds that knowing how to laugh at themselves and reinforcing Eastern European stereotypes in the process makes them more relatable. However, she also noted an element of nostalgia.
“Their idea isn't meant to be satirical at all,” Okraska explained. “They want to weave a nostalgic tale of mythical nations that are simultaneously brave and cynical, vulgar and crazy, lazy and hard-working, colorful and gray. They want to unite all Slavs, or wanna-be Slavs, in a shared sigh for the past and joke about the present.”
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Whether or not you’re from Eastern Europe or a Slavic country, there are likely posts and memes on this list that connect with you the most. Feel free to upvote them or spark a conversation in the comments below!
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The truck is serviced. The cargo is secured. The coffee is strong. The protection level has been upgraded to maximum.
Now the journey can begin.
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Balkan Wedding Decoration: When Elegance Meets The Raw Reality Of The Neighborhood. A Beautiful Beginning In A Familiar Setting
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The Original 'Main Stage' Experience
No DJs, just thousands of people in perfect synchronization. Who needs a light show when you have this level of choreography? Tell us your family's stories about these 'festivals'!
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The Wedding Reception Looks A Bit Different This Year. No Tables, No Chairs, Just Vibes And Historical Architecture
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Big Biznis Here. Same Apartment Block. Same Neighbors. Same Parking Lot. Some Things Don't Need An Upgrade
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Just A Regular Day In Slovakia Where Physics And Architecture Are Merely Suggestions. Living Life On The Edge, Quite Literally
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Warsaw, Poland, 1999. A Warm Afternoon, A Patch Of Sand, And Absolutely No Reason To Believe You Needed The Sea To Enjoy Summer
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