What are the main rules, precautions and taboos that should be followed in doing business, traveling and engaging in official activities in Thailand?

Taboos and customs of traveling to Thailand

Thailand is a country that pays great attention to etiquette norms. In public, everyone seems gentle and abides by social norms. When you play in the local area, you should respect Thai customs.

Young couples had better not collude in public, not be too close, and not lose their temper in public. Otherwise, you will certainly attract the surprised eyes of passers-by. Thais give the impression of being friendly and gentle. In Thailand, you will never see people quarreling or even hear someone talking loudly.

The head is sacred and inviolable. Only kings, enemies or parents are allowed to touch a child's head. The hairdresser must say "I'm sorry" before starting a haircut. When one person passes something to another, don't go over others' heads. Thais eat with their right hands, and they also use their right hands when handing things to others as a sign of respect. If you have to use your left hand, you should say "left hand, please forgive me" first. Don't point at others with your hands (especially your fingers), use your chin. When calling someone, straighten your arms, palm down and move your fingers up and down. Don't twist your fingers, don't clap your hands, don't shout. Killing animals is forbidden on the Buddha's birthday, so killing pigs and chickens must be completed the day before. Fighting, gambling and marriage, such as horse racing and boxing, are also prohibited on major Buddha's Birthday.

90% people in Thailand believe in Buddhism, and every man has become a monk twice in his life. So on the streets of Thailand, we often meet Thai monks. When you meet monks, you should respect their beliefs and habits, and be polite first. Ladies should pay special attention to avoid meeting monks, who are particularly concerned about this matter. If a monk is accidentally touched by a woman while reciting a large volume of scriptures, he will give up all his previous efforts and have to start all over again. We should also show equal respect to the Buddha statues in all parts of Thailand, regardless of their size, old and new. It is essential to visit temples when traveling in Thailand. The most famous tourist attractions in Thailand, such as Jade Buddha Temple, Golden Buddha Temple and Wangzheng Temple, are all related to temples.

If you pass in front of a monk in Lu Yu on a sunny day, you must avoid the figure of the monk. Buddhism believes that the picture of a monk is the monk himself, and drawing a picture of a monk is equivalent to drawing a monk, which is a sign of disrespect for the monk. Check your clothes before visiting the Buddhist temple. Bare-chested people and those wearing shorts and vests are not allowed to enter the Buddhist temple, and even those with shirts not tucked into their pants and sleeves rolled around their arms are not allowed to enter the Buddhist temple. Visitors should take off their shoes before entering the Buddhist temple, otherwise it will be regarded as polluting the Buddhist temple. If tourists rashly go to temples, Buddha statues and monks, they will be considered guilty. Be especially careful when shooting Buddha statues. Don't touch the Buddha statue, and don't climb any Buddha statue inside or outside the temple. Respect all Buddha statues, big or small. Don't put the Buddha in your trouser pocket. Thais believe that touching the Buddha statue in the lower body is blasphemous. As a tourist, when you hear that the national anthem of Thailand is playing, you should immediately stop your activities and stand still. Ask permission before taking pictures of monks, and be polite after taking pictures. In addition to the king and the king's room, Thai monks have a high social status. When a woman meets a monk, she should be careful not to touch her body, otherwise it will be regarded as blasphemy. When meeting girls, men should also be careful not to touch their bodies.

Thais prefer red and yellow to brown. People are used to using colors to indicate different dates: Sunday is red, Monday is yellow, Tuesday is pink, Wednesday is green, Thursday is orange, Friday is light blue and Saturday is purple. People often wear different colors according to different dates. White used to be used for funerals, but now it is changed to black. Thai men and women pay attention to giving and receiving, even when dancing in public, they can't touch their bodies. Dogs are taboo patterns in Thailand. Issues to avoid talking about: politics, corruption, royalty. Even among friends, they don't like to talk about personal problems. If you have offended others, smile, apologize by saying "I'm sorry" and put your hands together. Take off your shoes before entering the Thai house. Don't step on the threshold. If the host sits on the floor, the guest should do the same. Don't cross your legs, bend your legs under your body and don't show your feet. It is best to choose packaged food, candy, etc. as gifts for Thai people. Give them to the recipient with your right hand. If a Thai gives you a gift, you should put your hands together to express your gratitude, and then accept the gift. Don't open it in front of you unless someone asks.

Thailand is famous for its tolerance and hospitality. They show a smile and humility to everyone. Ordinary travelers can easily adapt to local customs. But here are some special tips:

Traditionally, Thais have deep respect for members of the royal family. Tourists should respect Tai Huang, Empress Dowager Cixi and their children. For example, every morning at 08:00 and evening at 18: 00, when the national anthem is played in public places, you should stand. If you attend a public place with members of the royal family, the best way is to observe and imitate the etiquette of the people present.

Thailand's laws have many chapters on religious violations, including Buddhism and other faiths with the largest number of followers. All Buddha statues, big or small, intact or broken, are sacred. Please don't climb the Buddha The general requirement is not to "disrespect" the Buddha statue. Dress neatly when visiting Buddhist temples-don't be topless or wear shorts or sleeveless shirts. You shouldn't wear shoes to enter the temple hall where the Buddha statue is enshrined. Please take off your shoes at will. The floors of temple halls are generally clean. Buddhist monks are forbidden to contact with ladies. If you want to give something to a monk, you should first give it to a man to do it for him. A long-sleeved coat is buttoned to the neck and covered with a towel.

Thai people will put their hands together when greeting, which looks like praying. Thais call it "wai". Generally speaking, some people will say hello to the elderly first, and then the elderly will return the gift together.

Thais believe that the head is the highest part of the body, and it is not allowed to pat anyone on the head, even as a friendly gesture. If you accidentally touch someone's head, you should apologize to him quickly.

Similarly, the foot is considered to be the lowest part of the body. Don't point your foot at people or objects. Don't touch anyone with your feet. Don't put your hands on the table or chair. Don't cross people's bodies, please walk around or politely ask them to move. When sitting on the floor, you should also keep your feet away from anyone.

It is unacceptable to show love in public. You may have seen some very westernized young couples holding hands, but this is only common in enlightened communities. In Thai society, losing your temper is the worst policy. Thais think this represents despicable behavior.

Don't cross your legs when sitting. Don't point your finger at the other person when you are talking. When you go to the temple to worship Buddha or visit, you must dress neatly and take off your shoes.

There are many Chinese in Thailand, and there are also festivals such as Spring Festival, Tomb-Sweeping Day, Dragon Boat Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival.

In big cities, clothes in Thailand are mostly modern, and cotton or silk fabrics are mostly used. The traditional clothes of Thai people are very simple. Thailand's favorite clothing is gold jewelry. A gold medal is often hung under a gold necklace, while a man hangs a small Buddha statue.

Thai people take rice as their staple food, and glutinous rice is eaten in Northeast China. You don't need a spoon to eat, but you like to grab it with your right hand. Meat is mainly fish. Love spicy food, "no pepper is not a dish." Thailand's "bamboo rice" is famous for putting glutinous rice and coconut sauce into it and grilling it on the fire. Eat with your right hand, while your left hand is often used to pick up some unclean things.

In Thailand, losing one's temper is the worst policy, especially for public development. As for what you want, you won't succeed. Thais believe that this represents despicable behavior, and it is the best policy to keep calm and calm down.

Don't be surprised if Thais call you by your first name instead of your last name, such as Mr. Booker or Ms. Mary. Because that's what they call each other. Generally speaking, they should add "Kun" (Mr., Mrs. and Ms.) before their names.

Tipping is not common in Thailand, but it is increasing gradually. Most hotel restaurants charge 10% service fee; Hotel staff can tip because of good service, generally about 20 baht or 1 dollar at a time. Hotels and restaurants usually add a service charge of 10%- 15% to the bill, so there is no need to tip the service staff. But as a rule, extra changes should be kept in the account, but not just one baht, because it is an insult. Even if the service charge is not included in the bill of a high-end restaurant, the amount of the tip will not exceed10%-15% of the fee; In mid-range restaurants, change is usually left on the table or on the plate; You don't have to tip when you eat in a small restaurant or street stall. Most tricycles have to negotiate, so don't tip; Taxi drivers generally don't ask for tips, but if they do, they won't refuse. Try not to tip coins as a sign of respect.

People can't take cigarettes as gifts, talk to each other, and don't pass cigarettes, because cigarettes are bad for health. Many shops and supermarkets don't sell cigarettes either.

Thais will never sign their names with a red pen, because local people will write their last names on coffins with a red pen after death.

In addition, for some gambling addicts in China, I have to remind them that it is best to give up gambling addiction temporarily when traveling in Thailand, because gambling is forbidden in Thailand, and even in hotel rooms, you can't play mahjong to gamble. Otherwise, you may be punished for violating Thai laws.