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Introduce the customs of Thailand

Most Thais believe in Buddhism, and Hinayana Buddhism is the state religion.

A common greeting ceremony in Thailand is to put your hands together and hold them between your forehead and chest. The higher your hand is raised, the higher your respect will be. Say hello to each other at the same time. But when they do business with foreigners, the general etiquette is to shake hands.

In Thailand, if a respected person or elder is present, no matter others sit or kneel, their heads should not exceed those of the respected person or elder, otherwise it is a big faux pas.

Remember not to step on the threshold in Thailand. According to Thai custom, it is where the gods live.

Thais like elephants and peacocks. Lotus is their favorite flower. They like red and yellow, especially blue. They are afraid of brown, sign their names with a red pen and use a dog's design.

Introduction:

Thailand is a country with exotic customs. Thais are very hospitable. We China people often go to Thailand. If we can understand some customs and habits in Thailand, Thais will welcome us more.

Thailand's customs are probably:

In the eyes of Thais, the head is considered as the most sacred part, so Thais are very afraid of being touched by others.

Thais think that people's left hand is dirty, so don't use it when handing and taking things.

Because of the traditional Buddhist thought in Thailand, tourists who travel in the street should not cuddle, because it is unacceptable to express their love publicly in Thailand.

When visiting temples in Thailand, you must dress neatly. Men are not allowed to wear sleeveless tops, and they need to take off their shoes when entering the temple. If women wear skirts, they are not allowed to enter the temple. Female tourists want to give money to monks, but they can't go by themselves. They can ask their male compatriots to give it.

The Thai team's king and royal family are very respectful, and they also need to be respectful when the king or royal family is present. Besides, you can't talk about the king in public.

Gambling is forbidden in Thailand, so don't play cards or mahjong even in hotel rooms.