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Thailand
Avoid touching someones head as it is seen as disrespectful. The head
is considered the most holy part of the body.

2. France
Dont shake hands if a la bise (kiss on cheek) is more appropriate. A
handshake is probably faux pas if a woman is part of the persons you are
greeting.

3. Ukraine
Always give an uneven number of flowers, even are for funerals.

4. Iran
A thumbs up to a lot of us is a positive gesture, but in Iran and several
other Middle Eastern countries it translates as a foul gesture, so you
should probably avoid it.

5. New Zealand
Honking your horn is considered an insult.

6. Russia
You must always remove your outdoor shoes when entering someone
elses home. You may even be given slippers to wear.

7. India
Hold back on public displays of affection with the opposite sex and never
pass anything money or gift with your left hand, as the left hand is
customarily known for wiping after excretion.

Not flushing a public bathroom in Singapore,could be a hundred and fifty dollar


fine.

A public kiss in Saudi Arabia.The typical punishment is 120 lashes.

Placing your chopsticks upright in your bowl!No matter where you are, if the
people use chopsticks this is usually a bad idea.

Putting salt on your food in Egypt!The chef will be very insulted.

Stopping for pedestrians in China!If youre driving just keep going. Stopping for
people to cross in front of you risks a fine.

Its not aceptable to give tips in Japan

In Mexico, dont take things too personally. Mexican love making jokes and
never miss a chance to do so.

Dont ask any questions concerning church in Norway. This may be taken for
disrespect. Many peolple her dont attend any church.

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