Do you know these 33 taboos for traveling abroad?

There are more and more tourists coming to China, and sometimes unpleasant things happen to China tourists because they don't know much about foreign taboos.

For example, some time ago, a female tourist from China was driving in Britain because she was driving at 40 mph in a lane that required at least 70 mph. Later, she was arrested and detained by the local police 15 hours.

Three former tourists from China were arrested and fined by Thai police for feeding fish with food without authorization.

As the saying goes, when in Rome, do as the Romans do, but when we are abroad, we want to do as the Romans do, but we may not know the customs of others.

Now, listen to me in detail about the taboos that you must know when traveling abroad.

Although some are wonderful, don't offend them easily. )

1.uk

Don't gesture with scissors. Many people like to gesture with scissors (V) when taking pictures, but don't do this gesture in Britain. Don't put your palms inward and your hands outward, especially when there is someone in front. Because it would be considered as a provocation or insult in Britain? Fuck you? The meaning of! This stems from the Hundred Years' War between Britain and France. France threatened to cut off all the fingers of English archers. As a result, Britain won a great victory, so it held out its finger to show that it was intact.

2. Turkey, France, Greece, Middle East countries

Avoid using? Okay？ Gestures. Most countries? Okay？ Gesture? No problem? ,? Okay？ . But in Brazil, making this gesture is equivalent to giving them the middle finger. In Greece and Turkey, this gesture is also quite vulgar, which is equivalent to insinuating that the other party is gay. Are there any in Sardinia and Greece? Fuck off? If someone says good luck to you when you get off the taxi, and you make an OK gesture, then it is a big misunderstanding. In France and Belgium, a gesture like a circle represents 0, which means that you think the other person is cheap, useless and worthless! In some Middle Eastern countries, okay? Gestures are a symbol of evil.

3. South America, West Africa, Greece and Thailand.

Use with caution? Top? The thumbs-up gesture, we seem to be? Strongly agree? But in many South American countries, West Africa, Greece, Russia, Sardinia and southern Italy, the top? Gestures are equivalent to gestures that insult people more than the middle finger, almost as much as swearing. In Thailand, it also means condemnation and abuse ... so be careful with this gesture.

4. Philippines, Japan, Singapore and other countries

Please don't use it, okay? Hook your fingers? Gestures, in most countries, hook fingers? In fact, it is impolite behavior, especially in the Philippines! Don't use this gesture! Because it's a sign to call a dog. In Japan and Singapore, this gesture represents death.

5. Italy

Feeding pigeons is not allowed. In many TV dramas, the picture of a man and a woman feeding pigeons must be very romantic! Maybe many people also want to take one or two beautiful photos of feeding pigeons, but if you are in Italy, don't take them! Italian law clearly stipulates? No feeding pigeons? If you do not comply, you may face a fine of up to $600.

6. France and Britain

Kissing is forbidden on the platform of the railway station. France legislated in 19 10 to prohibit couples from kissing on railway station platforms. It is said that it is to prevent couples from kissing and causing the train to be late. Although this law is almost unheard of now, don't kiss on the platform rashly. In Cheshire, England, train passengers are not allowed to stay on the platform, say goodbye and kiss. If you really want to kiss, you can go to the kissing area, kiss enough and then go back to the car.

7. Singapore

No chewing gum. 1992, Singapore became the first country in the world to ban chewing gum. The government resolutely prohibits the import, sale and manufacture of chewing gum. Most people know that chewing gum in Singapore will be punished. After all, spitting in this country may be whipped.

8. Malaysia

Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia and other Southeast Asian countries prohibit eating durian in public places. Although durian produces a lot, it is forbidden to eat durian in public places because of its strong taste. Signs banning durian can be seen in many places in these countries. Singapore even has an inscription that durian is prohibited on subways and buses, and offenders will be fined.

9. Bhutan

Bhutan is the first country in the world to ban smoking completely. They think that smoking is not only harmful to health, but also a serious violation of religion. In Bhutan, if someone smokes in a room, the police have the right to break into houses and pinch cigarette butts. Moreover, smokers must show their customs receipts, and if they can't, they will face five years in prison. Foreigners can bring no more than150g of tobacco into the country, and will be fined 200% after truthfully declaring the price.

10. Russia

Driving a dirty car will be fined. In order to keep the city clean and beautiful, Moscow forbids driving dirty cars. Driving a dirty car on the road will be fined, but the amount of the fine can be negotiated. Therefore, some people think that this provision gives the local police a reason to collect fees indiscriminately.

1 1. Denmark

It is illegal to go on the road without driving lights. Denmark stipulates that you should also turn on the headlights when driving during the day. Many cars will be equipped with daytime running lights, so be sure to turn them on when driving, or you will face a fine of 70 euros. Driving lights during the day is to let pedestrians notice the car driving, otherwise it is easy to cause traffic accidents.

12. Greece

Taking pictures with a tripod requires official permission. In Greece, it is forbidden to take photos at will, especially photographers who use tripods, and tripods must be approved by the government (it is said that selfie sticks are not affected). It is also not allowed to shoot historical sites casually, otherwise it will be punished.

13. Many countries

It is forbidden to take pictures in some cases. In Arab countries, women are not allowed to take pictures without permission, especially those who wear veils; In the United Arab Emirates, it is forbidden by law to take photos of government agencies, palaces, military sites and foreign embassies in Afghanistan; Thais are forbidden to visit temples, take photos or touch Buddha statues at will, and tourists are also forbidden to take photos of monks and royalty; North Korea is not allowed to take military and civilian photos in Pyongyang; Australian aborigines are conservative and don't like being photographed rashly. In short, before taking pictures abroad, you must ask clearly on different occasions.

14. Iran

Don't talk about baby's eyes. Iranians are most sensitive to babies' eyes. If they are not careful, their parents will hire someone to dig up the baby? Evil eyes? . So be sure to remember that when you go to Iran, don't say that other people's babies have big eyes or watery eyes, even if you praise them, don't worry! And don't comment with your fingers, and don't take the initiative to touch your baby, or it will be bad to hurt someone else's baby.

15. India, Nepal, Myanmar and other countries

You can't hit a scalper. In India, Nepal, Myanmar and other countries, scalpers are gods? God cow? . The Nepalese government even designated the yellow cattle as? National beast? Whoever hurts it and whips it will be fined and sentenced! What if? God cow? Be close to you and bring the best food. Meet on the highway or downtown? God cow? Pedestrians or vehicles should avoid and bypass.

16. Mosque

Take off your shoes and pay attention to your dressing style. Whether you are a Muslim or a non-Muslim, you should take off your shoes before entering the mosque. Tourists should also follow the Muslim dress style: men should wear trousers and long-sleeved shirts; Women should cover all exposed skin, although the strictness varies from country to country. Ladies must wear headscarves. If you don't have one, you can buy/borrow one at the gate of many large Muslim markets.

17. Cambodia

Don't eat all the food on the plate. In Cambodia, if you eat all the food on your plate, it means that the host has not treated you well because you still want to eat because you are not full.

Thailand

You must wear underwear when you go out. This is an absurd law. Thai law stipulates that it is illegal to leave the apartment without underwear! Someone is dissatisfied:? I won't wear it. Why? How do the police know if I'm wearing underwear? Don't be silly, Thai police major? Perspective? After 20 years, we will know if we should catch it if there is any edge in the school! Don't forget this before you go out if you don't like to wear underwear!

19. Australia

Don't wear pink hot pants on Sunday afternoon. In Victoria, Australia, women are forbidden by law to wear pink shorts on Sunday afternoons. So, if you happen to come to Melbourne on Sunday afternoon, no matter how much you like your pink hot pants, just bear with it.

20. Italian church

Avoid shorts and sleeveless tops. Whenever men and women go to Italian churches, they must dress carefully, and shorts and sleeveless tops are not allowed. There will be guards or parishioners at the entrance of the church. Remember to bring a long-sleeved shirt or other pullover when you leave.

2 1. United States of America

Cutting cactus can be jailed for 25 years. If you are not satisfied with 10' s multiple-entry visa to the United States and want to stay in the United States for a longer period of time, you can try cutting cactus in Arizona, because it is illegal to cut cactus for no reason in Arizona, and the maximum sentence is 25 years in prison.

22.canada

All coins are not allowed to settle. Canada has formulated regulations on the use of coins, including how many coins are reasonable to pay. For example, goods with a value of 10 are not allowed to be bought with coins. Items over $20 are not allowed to use all one-dollar coins.

23.egypt

Don't put salt in the bowl. Although the Egyptians are hospitable, their cooking has some gentle self. When traveling to Egypt, don't add salt to the bowl, because it is regarded as an insult to the chef. Fortunately, because Egyptians often use garlic, onions and other aromatic substances in cooking, Egyptian food is still delicious ~

24.hungary

Remember not to touch the glass when drinking water. Hungarians toast without clinking glasses, because in 1848, Austria once celebrated by clinking glasses after killing 13 Hungarian martyrs. Since then, Hungarians have vowed not to drink beer for 150 years. Although it has been a long time, this tradition has been preserved.

25. Saudi Arabia

It is illegal to drink alcohol in public. Saudi Arabia is the most disciplined country in the Middle East, and drinking in this country is illegal. Although the local government is relatively tolerant of tourists and allows tourists living in certain areas to drink alcohol, it also stipulates that tourists must hide in their rooms, lock their doors and drink quietly. If you drink in public and behave badly, you are likely to be accused and whipped.

26. The capitals of Thailand and India

There are restrictions on buying alcohol. There is a rule in Thailand that you are not allowed to buy alcohol after 2 am, otherwise you will be fined by the police. In New Delhi, the capital of India, every Tuesday and Friday, public holidays and the first day of every month are prohibition days, and even the most resourceful people can't buy alcohol these days.

27. Ukraine

The number of flowers must be odd. In Ukraine, if you plan to send flowers, you must make sure that the bouquet is odd, because even flowers are for funerals. If you want to send flowers to your hostess, or celebrate birthdays or other special festivals, don't send yellow flowers or Easter lilies, because these flowers are only used for funerals.

28.france

You can't send carnations in France, and you can't send carnations at all! ! French carnations and? Buttons? Homophonic, called? The eye of the devil? In France, this is an ominous thing. So if you send carnations to others and you have a big temper, you may not be able to do it.

29.spain

Women who don't wear earrings in the street are naked. This mainly comes from a Spanish proverb: If a woman doesn't wear earrings or earrings, it means she is naked. In Spain, no matter how old a woman is, even if she is 70 or 80 years old, she should wear a necklace around her neck and earrings on her ears. Although this is not necessary, it is also a beautiful thing to do as the Romans do.

30. United States and Britain

Don't talk casually, okay? I'm sorry. In America and England, I'm sorry? You can't just talk without practice. It and? Excuse me. There are essential differences. ? Excuse me. It refers to an insignificant and understated apology. And then what? What did you say?/Sorry? The meaning of is quite profound. Euphemistically speaking, it will often be caught by the other party and investigated for responsibilities that do not actually belong to them. Then only dumb people will eat coptis chinensis. ...

3 1. India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Nepal

Shake your head = yes nod = no in India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal and other countries, you shake your head or tilt your head to show your agreement and nod your head to show your disagreement! Contrary to us, friends who travel there really need to get used to it, otherwise they may misunderstand?

32.japan

It is forbidden for three people to take pictures together. Japanese people are very taboo about taking photos with three people. They think that the person standing in the middle is sandwiched between two people, which is an ominous sign. So when taking photos with local people in Japan, don't take photos of three people with others. Their? Standing in the middle? , is not what we understand the meaning of respect!

Indonesia

Never touch the child's head. Indonesians believe that the head is the most sacred part of the human body, and the child's head is regarded as the place where the gods stay. If you don't pay attention to breaking taboos, it will cause local dissatisfaction and may be publicly accused. So when traveling to Indonesia, remember never to touch other people's children's heads.

There are still many travel taboos in various countries. If you have similar experience, please add it.

Unintentional actions may attract jokes, touch the bottom line of others and even violate local laws. Before you travel to a country, you must know the local customs and taboos to avoid unnecessary trouble.