July 31st, 2008
Tips & Facts
Thailand is a buddhist country where Buddha images are held sacred. Sagrilegious acts are punishable by imprisonment even if committed by foreign visitors. Thai people hold their King and Queen and the Royal Family in great reverence, and do not tolerate showing disrespect to them.
Dress properly when entering a Buddhist temple. Mini skirts and shorts are not allowed for females. Not forget to take your shoes off before entering the hall of temple this is very important and you should not forget it. Females cannot touch the monks or give anything direct to them.
Intimacies between male and female should not be shown in public. Sunbathing in nude is prohibited and not recommended. Traditionally and in daily life, Thais greet each other with a wai by pressing the hands together at the chest. When somebody wais you you should always wai back except when its a child.
Don’t touch a person’s head or ruffle his or her hair. The head is the noblest part of the body for Thais. A sincere apology should be offered immediately if you touch someone’s head unintentionally. Avoid placing your feet on the table or chair when sitting. Never use your foot to point things out or to touch any part of the body of anyone, which is considered as very rude.
When entering a Thai house, your expected to take off your shoes before entering. Please do not forget the things above this will help you when you stay in Thailand.
