What is prohibited in other countries. What not to do in different countries of the world

Different countries introduce the most unexpected (and sometimes funny, and even ridiculous) restrictions for tourists. It is better to get acquainted in advance with the customs and traditions of the country to which the trip is planned. Otherwise, you can pay a large fine or even go to jail!

So what it is forbidden or forbidden make a tourist...

Photo and video ban

England- money

Belgium- Manneken Pis statue

China- people without their consent

Korea- everything (exactly everything)

Netherlands- red light district in Amsterdam

UAE- palaces of sheikhs, temples, people without their consent, private palaces

Thailand And Malaysia - all Buddha images

Tunisia- presidential palace

Japan- people without their consent (especially on mobile phone)

Strange and unusual prohibitions

Forbidden:

Germany. Stop on autobahns (even if the driver runs out of gas). You can't walk along the road.

Grenada. Walk around the city in a bathing suit.

Italy. Feeding pigeons in Venice in Piazza San Marco, being in a public place without a shirt, jumping into fountains, eating sandwiches at a pedestrian crossing.

Canada. Pay for an item that costs more than $25 with one dollar coins.

United Arab Emirates . Consume food and drink in public during the holy festival of Ramadan.

Singapore. Chewing gum, feeding birds, spitting and not flushing public toilets.

Thailand. Ride in a car or motorcycle without a shirt.

France, England - kissing at railway stations.

Before traveling abroad, tourists usually try to foresee everything, so usually a lot of attention is paid to the fees for the trip. Many travelers carefully study weather forecasts for the period of their vacation, make a list of local attractions and interesting events for tourists, stock up on maps, phrasebooks and booklets. But not every tourist thinks about the prohibitions and rules of conduct that apply in the country of arrival.

Did you know that actions that are completely harmless from the point of view of a tourist from Ukraine or a style of clothing abroad can lead to a fine or imprisonment? And, by the way, for some actions of the violator, even the death penalty can await.

Therefore, before traveling, be sure to check the list of prohibitions for the countries you plan to visit so that your vacation is not overshadowed by unforeseen adventures.

What can not be done in different countries. Laws:

In many EU countries it is forbidden to drink alcohol on the street - for this you face a hefty fine. The ban can be circumvented by closing the bottle or jar with the alcohol package.
Japan. Completely ban on smoking public transport, institutions on railway stations within a radius of 50 km from the center of Tokyo. Smoking is also prohibited in public places in Ireland, Scotland, Great Britain, Norway, Spain, Italy and Lithuania.
China. It is forbidden to save a drowning person - this will interfere with his fate.
Italy. You cannot fish here. To go fishing in a river or lake, you need to purchase a special permit, while the validity period and the number of fish caught are strictly regulated. Otherwise, you will have to pay a large fine.
Turkey. In Istanbul, it is considered very indecent to walk the streets in short shorts.
. Dubai strictly prohibits "unchaste" behavior in public places. For a quite modest kiss on the street, tourists can be fined $570 and sentenced to 6 months in prison.
UK and France. It is strictly forbidden to kiss on platforms railway stations. Here you can even see special signs about the prohibition of kissing.
Thailand. On the road, you should not take off your shirt, even if the tropical sun burns especially hard - you will be fined from the first policeman you come across. At the same time, it doesn’t matter at all where exactly you will be noticed - driving a two-wheeled vehicle or in the back seat of a car.

In addition, in Thailand it is forbidden to touch your head. local residents, and at the same time it doesn’t matter at all - whether you wanted to remove a leaf tangled in the interlocutor’s hair or pat a cute baby on the head.

The honor of the royal family is also very strictly guarded here - if someone points a finger or even simply points at a photograph of one of royal house, it will be regarded as defilement, and the violator will be punished in accordance with the law. The same applies to local banknotes, as they have the image of the king on them. If you even accidentally step on a bill, this will be considered a very serious insult, for which a serious punishment is also due.

It is also illegal to throw chewing gum on the ground in Thailand. If you violate this ban, you will find a very unpleasant surprise - a fine of up to $ 600. By the way, in Singapore it is forbidden not only to chew gum, but even to bring it into the country.

But the most severe punishment in Thailand for drugs is the death penalty.

Italy. In Venice, you cannot feed pigeons, otherwise you will be fined 1,000 euros.
Vietnam. Riding a motorcycle without a helmet will result in a $200 fine.
Russia. In St. Petersburg, you can’t take pictures in the metro - it is considered a military facility and for shooting in the subway you will find a small, but fine - about 100 Russian rubles.
Saudi Arabia. For wearing a pectoral cross here you can go to jail - this is considered a religious insult.

What can not be done in different countries. Customs:

But in addition to actions prohibited by law, in many countries there are also special customs, violating which, you can really offend the locals and even provoke a very serious conflict.

For example:

France. Don't show the "OK" gesture to anyone here. He, of course, will not violate local laws, but he will offend your interlocutor very much.
Cuba. Never, ever say the word "papaya" in Cuba. The name familiar to us here is considered a very indecent curse, so it is better to use the word "fruit bomb" common here.
India. Do not under any circumstances put meat dishes next to the images of Indian gods, even if your hands are full, and you decide to literally put a souvenir figurine on a table in a cafe for just a second, this will already be considered a desecration.
China. You should not take pictures of local residents during a meal - for this you can be very offended, up to assault.
Thailand. Before entering the house of a local resident, be sure to take off your shoes, otherwise you will offend the hospitable host.
Japan. After a meal, do not leave chopsticks "standing" in the cup - they are placed like this during funeral rituals.

No photo

And, of course, there are certain rules for photographing. In many countries, the quite understandable No Photo sign indicates objects, the photo and video recording of which is strictly prohibited.

Tourists from Ukraine are often quite skeptical about this warning, because the temptation to capture the bright moments of their trip is often stronger than the arguments of logic. But in fact, such warnings should be treated more carefully, because in some countries even an accidental violation of the ban on photography can provoke serious troubles.

In almost all Arab countries, it is strictly forbidden to photograph people without their express consent. This restriction is especially strict when it comes to photographing local women - even if an oriental beauty gets into the frame purely by accident, this can already cause serious trouble.
And although in Tunisia and Egypt, such things are rather neutral, you still need to be careful when choosing a place for a good shot, and in Thailand, before uncovering your camera, you should first ask permission from those who can get into the frame.
In China, you can even be prosecuted for taking videos or taking photos without warning, and in the US, for such a seemingly harmless act, you can be seriously charged with sexual harassment. In Malaysia, you can take pictures, but not everything - one of the most striking local attractions - the most beautiful Buddha statues - is forbidden to shoot.
By the way, even in America it is forbidden to photograph tunnels, bridges, highways and railways- these rules were introduced in connection with the anti-terrorist programs of the government and are observed quite strictly.
Also, in all countries, filming of government, military facilities, airports and government agencies is usually prohibited. Therefore, unfortunately, many historical sights are closed for shooting, since now they house the residences of leaders, modern buildings of national importance adjoin them, or simply something “extra” can accidentally get into the frame.
For example, it is strictly forbidden to photograph the palaces of sheikhs in the UAE and the Geumsusan Palace in North Korea. If you decide to photograph the ruins of Carthage as a souvenir of your trip to Tunisia, you will also be disappointed - shooting here is also prohibited, since the nearby presidential palace can be seen from some angles in the photographs.
But the mausoleum of Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam can be photographed, but very carefully - the soldiers standing guard near it can quite seriously grab their guns if you start photographing this structure from the end.
Photographing the military is also prohibited in many countries, so if you see the military nearby, soldiers on guard or internal troops, it’s better not to reach for the camera at all.
And, of course, photography inside temples and mosques is prohibited almost everywhere. If you decide to buy sightseeing tour, and visit religious buildings with a guide, it will be a little easier for you, because in some temples, churches and mosques photography is partially allowed, and the guide will definitely tell you what you can take pictures and what you should not.
In Europe, photography of works of art is very categorical - in some museums and galleries photography is allowed, but there is usually a strict taboo on flash, as bright light can damage some exhibits.
Many European sights, which, it would seem, should not be affected by the flash, are also prohibited from filming. This applies to statues and fountains in many cities and some historical quarters. By the way, famous street The red-light district in Amsterdam is also closed to photography, although many tourists cannot resist the temptation to take a bright shot and still manage to take a few memorable shots.

Do you know everything about the country you plan to visit?

Daily Mail presented interesting information to help tourists, which explains what cannot be done in certain countries of the world.

RUSSIA. In Russia, you must always have cash with you, and you cannot give an even number of flowers to living people.

AUSTRIA. You cannot travel to Austria without a passport.

BARBADOS. To avoid problems, don't wear camouflage in Barbados.

GERMANY. In Germany, they don't give German wine to Germans.

ITALY. In Italy, they do not eat with their hands and do not make a "goat".

INDIA. In India, they don't shake hands, don't kiss, and don't use binoculars.

KENYA. In Kenya, you can't address people you don't know by their first names - only by their last names, and you can't talk about sex.

CHINA. In China, they don't add milk to tea, and you can't hug or kiss someone.

NEW ZEALAND. The inhabitants of New Zealand should not be confused with the Australians.

UAE. In the UAE, you can't: drink, kiss and smoke e-cigarettes in public, you can't have sex unless you have a stamp in your passport, and you must always be dressed off the beach.

SINGAPORE. In Singapore, you can not drink from half past ten in the evening until 7 in the morning, do not bring your pets with you.

USA. In the USA, people cross the road only at the crossing, they always give you a tip, and do not drink if you are under 21 years old.

THAILAND. In Thailand, you can't put your feet on a chair or table, you can't whistle at night, or touch other people's heads, and you must always speak respectfully about the king.

There are common rules for all peoples of behavior at the table, on which one cannot put one's feet or at which one cannot speak with a full mouth. But often in different countries and among different nations you can find "table" rules of etiquette that look unusual for tourists.

When going abroad, it is worth learning about the traditions of the feast in the country of visit, try to adhere to local etiquette in order to avoid sidelong glances or contemptuous / condescending attitude of others.

Sometimes, it should be noted, observing the rules of table etiquette in some countries requires some effort. We will tell about such unusual food traditions.

So, 10 rules of conduct at the table in different countries, the knowledge of which will help to avoid uncomfortable moments during a tourist or business trip outside your country.

1. What not to do when you eat Asian noodles

Rice and noodles are staples in the diet of Asians. What could be easier than eating a bowl of delicious pasta? I wrapped it around a fork and put it in my mouth. But if you do the same while sitting at a dinner table in China, you will immediately receive disapproving glances from others. The Chinese consider long noodles a symbol of longevity. A person who celebrates his birthday is served special noodles here, made from dough rolled into one thin and very long strip. The birthday boy must eat it so that it does not burst. To do this, he quickly draws the noodles into his mouth along with the air, smacking his lips loudly.

The next rule that you absolutely need to learn before traveling to China concerns chopsticks. In no case should they be directed to another person. It is considered rude and ugly. In some provinces of the country, mainly in those areas where fishing is the main occupation of local residents, it is impossible to turn over the finished fish on a plate. Chinese fishermen associate this with an overturned boat.

In neighboring Japan, there are also several rules of conduct at the table that are not recommended to be violated. Here, as in China, you should never stick your chopsticks vertically into a bowl of rice. This is allowed only at funerals and is unacceptable in other cases, as it is considered a sign of disrespect for the deceased. If you do this in a restaurant, consider that you have insulted and cursed its owner.

2. The relationship between the menstrual cycle in women and food on the island New Guinea

Residents of the island of New Guinea believe that with the onset of menstruation, a woman becomes ill. To heal herself, she should not eat fresh meat, red fruits, and ripe bananas. According to local beliefs, whoever eats a dish prepared by a woman during her menstruation, or a product that she stepped over, will develop a strong cough.

The inhabitants of the island also believe that menstrual blood is impure, and if a person gets dirty with it, then he will most likely die. When and how these strange taboos appeared, no one knows. But traditions remain traditions, and no one has the right to question them.

3. No "pay in half"!

In America, some men would jump for joy if a woman paid her half of the bill on a date at a cafe or restaurant. In other countries, say, in France, this is considered unacceptable. Only an uncultured person can offer to divide the bill in half. Most women prefer not to take their wallets with them when they go on a date - a subtle hint that all the expenses fall on the shoulders of a man.

If a person invited you to visit his home, do not come to him empty-handed. Also, you can not shake hands through the threshold. This is a bad omen. In America, it is considered normal if you ask the waiter to wrap up leftover food for you. They don't do that in France.

4. Italians and their reverent attitude to cheese

The first thing to remember when you dine in Italian restaurants is not to ask the chef to add more cheese to your dish. For such an insult, you risk getting a loaf of stale garlic bread. In Italy, seafood is generally prepared without the addition of cheese. If you ask the chef nicely to deviate from this rule, he may agree to make an exception for you, but in most cases, customers get his disapproving look instead of cheese.

The Italians have a rather strict division of dishes. For breakfast, lunch and dinner, they eat only what is customary to eat at these meals. If you order a cup of cappuccino for an afternoon snack, for example, others will consider you an uncultured person.

When you are offered something, politely decline. If they beg again, thank for the generosity and you can safely enjoy the meal.

5. Unpunctual Tanzania

In most countries of the world, people value punctuality above all else, but not in Tanzania. Here it is considered indecent to come to visit earlier than the appointed time. If you respect the person, then you should be 15-20 minutes late. IN similar cases It is customary to wear loose clothing. Tanzanians usually eat while sitting on the floor.

In addition, men are not allowed to dine with women and generally do not cross the threshold of the kitchen. After eating, they wash their hands in a common bowl, which, along with a towel, is passed around in a circle. The same goes for ugali, a plate of thick cornmeal. You need to take and serve it only from the right hand.

Before eating a watermelon in one of the parks in Beach Grove, Indiana, think twice, because you can get arrested for it. The ban on eating gourds was introduced after watermelon rinds thrown out by visitors punctured garbage bags, causing their contents to fall out. It looked very unaesthetic.

The list of weird American food-related taboos doesn't end there. In Gainesville, Georgia, for example, you can only eat fried chicken with your hands. This law was adopted in 1961, but no one seems to be going to repeal it, despite the fact that it has long been outdated.

7. Watch what your baby eats

The inhabitants of the island of Jamaica believe that a child should not be given chicken meat if he still does not know how to talk. It could leave him speechless forever. They also believe that if a baby drinks milk from a bottle, it means that he will grow up to be an alcoholic.

In Nigeria, children are not allowed to eat eggs for fear that in the future they may become theft path. Pregnant women should also avoid eggs in their diet - the reason has already been mentioned above. In addition, expectant mothers in Nigeria are advised not to eat sweets, snails, puffer fish and kola nuts because the baby will constantly drool or be born with scaly skin.

8. Eat right hand and wipe with your left

In African, Caribbean and even Muslim countries, people believe that you can only eat with your right hand, since the left serves only one purpose: they wipe themselves in the toilet. If you ignore the rule “Eat with your right hand and wipe with your left”, you risk causing a strong insult to other people.

When greeting a person, never extend your left hand to him, otherwise he will consider it rude.

9. Polite farewell

If you are in one of the cafes in Kazakhstan and order tea, do not expect that they will bring you a full cup, and do not ask to fill up to the brim, so that you are not considered an uncultured person. When the host pours a full cup of tea, he kind of gently hints that you have stayed too long at a party. Residents of Kazakhstan drink tea 6 times a day. They consume it only in a warm form, because they believe that people get sick from cold drinks.

10. Don't eat with your hands

In Tanzania, table etiquette allows a person to eat with their hands, but if you are going to visit Chile, then you better bring a set of cutlery with you. Chileans never eat with their hands. Even fast food french fries they will prick with a fork; this includes pizza, chicken nuggets and everything else.

Dinner in Chile is served strictly at eight in the evening - no earlier and no later. Even if you are dying of hunger, do not grab food with your hands, and in general: keep them away from your mouth. Licking fingers or cutlery after or during meals is considered rude and vulgar by Chileans. In general, stick to the rules of conduct adopted in different countries, and you will not have to blush in front of others.

What not to do in different countries of the world

Some countries have their own characteristics that are absolutely normal and ordinary for the inhabitants of these places, but if a person of a different nationality gets into their midst, he may be very surprised at the habits and traditions of the inhabitants of this country, because they will not coincide with his own ideas about life. If you want to be treated favorably by the locals when you travel to another country, then remember these 15 things you shouldn't do around the world.

In France, as in the vast majority European cities You should never smoke outside. This is punishable by a fine. There are designated areas for smoking in France.

In addition, tourists should never save on booking a table in a cafe they like. Lunch in this country starts at 20 pm, and, as a rule, there are no more empty seats in French catering establishments by this time.

Never eat or take money in India with your left hand. The fact is that in India, as well as in Arab countries, the left hand is considered unclean. Indians wash themselves with it after the toilet, as traditionally in India they do not use toilet paper.

The soles of the feet are also considered unclean. Therefore, never stretch your legs towards another person and, especially, a temple or an altar. This is considered an insult.

Never throw garbage on the streets of Singapore. This country has very strict rules. If the violator is caught thrice littering on the street, he will be obliged to wash the street with a sign around his neck: “I am dirty,” and they will also show a story on local TV. In addition, in Singapore the strictest prohibition There is also chewing gum. Selling it can result in a fine of $1,000, and if you spit it out on the street, you may even be taken to the police station. Also, the neglect of the rules of visiting the toilet can lead to prison. So, not flushing water in the toilet after the administration of natural needs is punishable by a fine or arrest.

Thailand

Never take Russian cough medicine with you to Thailand. The fact is that some domestic drugs sold in pharmacies by prescription contain substances that are recognized as narcotic in the Kingdom of Thailand. The country has banned the storage and use of such chemicals and products derived from them. medicines, and violation of the rules entails criminal liability for up to 5 years.

In addition, never walk in Thailand under the shade of coconut trees. From falling coconuts Asian countries dies 15 times more people than due to shark attacks.

Italy

Never abuse the greeting "ciao" in Italy. It is considered somewhat frivolous, and the Italians allow it to be consumed only among friends or close relatives. In addition, Italy has its own rules for shopping. Following them, never throw away receipts after purchase, because any policeman can stop you with a package from the store and check whether they match the purchased goods.

South Korea

There are "never" and when eating. Traditional sticks for this country should not be left in the bowl, as this resembles the incense sticks used ... during funerals. And most importantly, in no case do not blow your nose while eating. This is not only indecent, but also capable of offending a real Korean to the core. Therefore, if you feel that you can’t resist a loud sneeze, apologize and go to the toilet.

Egypt

Never try to take out of Egypt national currency, antiques, corals or other marine life, even found on the shore. This can result in a hefty fine.

Also, you should never shoot local residents on a camera or camera without their consent - you can provoke a serious conflict.

Another caution applies to women.

The fair sex should never sit on the same camel with an unfamiliar Egyptian. The likelihood that this will be seen as a hint of intimacy is very high.

UAE

A Arab country it is strictly forbidden to swear and use profanity, and not only in relation to local residents, but also in relation to each other. This is a crime that is punishable by huge fines or imprisonment for up to 7 years!

IN United Arab Emirates it is forbidden to talk with local women and even just stare at them - you can run into a fine and even get arrested. Photographing local residents is prohibited. But it is dangerous even to shoot buildings! If this turns out government agency or the sheikh's palace, the tourist will have to pay a fine. But if the object is military, the stakes are raised: life imprisonment threatens!

South Korea

Caught in South Korea, never write someone's name in red ink. In this country, only the names of already dead people are written in this color.