Monday, December 9, 2013

Pre-trip meeting #2

11/19/13

Sa-wa-dee-ka:  Hello

The focus of today's presentation was cultural faux pas (what not to do).  Here are a few:


  • never criticize the ruling family
                                          (http://www.telegraph.co.uk-  King Bhumibol)

  • don't show disrespect to Buddha images - they are sacred objects
  • don't show the bottom of your feet to people when you sit (don't cross your ankles) - feet are considered the most inferior part of the body
  • women should avoid sitting next to or touching a monk
  • never shout in public - at anyone, in any way
  • show respect when the Thai national anthem is played daily at 8am and 6pm - stand still quietly

(tastythailand.com -- stopping for national anthem)


I hope to get a video of this during my trip & will post it.

  • remove shoes when going into a temple - there are shoe racks to store the shoes
  • wear appropriate clothing - long pants, long sleeves (look nice)
  • smile a lot - even if you are not happy

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