The kingdom of Thailand
Every year, millions of tourists visit Thailand, making it one of the most attractive destinations to visit and known as the “country of smiles.” You can’t help but be attracted in by magnificent temples. The ideal touch to your vacation is turquoise waves, heavenly warmth, and incredibly beautiful scenery.
Do’s
- Do respect all Buddha images: Buddha images are held sacred and sacrilegious acts are punishable by imprisonment even if committed by foreign visitors.
- Do eat with a spoon: Use the fork to load food on to the spoon.
- Do lower your body slightly when passing between or in front of people.
- Do remove your shoes before entering a temple, somebody’s house and even some shops.
Dont’s
- Don’t cross your legs: When you’re in the presence of a monk, don’t cross your legs. Whether you’re sitting on the floor or in a chair, this applies.
- Don’t touch a Thai woman without consent. Despite the image portrayed in some bars and clubs, the majority of Thai women are conservative.
- Don’t place your feet on the table while sitting, don’t point to anything with your feet and don’t touch anybody with your feet.
- Don’t ruffle a Thai person’s hair or touch their head. If you accidently touch someone’s head, please apologise.
