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With its diverse ethnic groups and traditional beliefs, Nepal has
numerous cultural practices that may appear unusual to a person on
his/her first visit to the country. However, to enjoy your stay in
this remarkable country of white Himalayas and sparkling rivers it
is important to take into consideration the different cultural
aspects of the country. Here is a list of things, which may be
helpful to you.
The form of the greeting in Nepal is " Namaste " and is performed by
joining the palms together. Before entering a Nepalese home, Temple,
and Stupa remember to remove your shoes. Be careful not to use your
spoon, fork or a hand being used for your eating to touch other's
food, plate, cooking utensil or the serving disk. Do not eat from
other people's plate and do not drink from other people's bottle or
glass. It is considered impure by the Nepalese. Never touch anything
with your feet. This is considered an offence among Nepalese. While
traveling dress appropriately. Women should especially avoid
dressing in skimpy, outfits. Seek permission first before entering a
Hindu temple many Hindu Temple do not allow westerners or non
-Hindus to enter. Leather articles are prohibited to be taken inside
the temple precinct. Walking around temples or Stupas is
traditionally done clockwise. Take photographs only after receiving
permission for the object or person being photographed. Public
display of affection between man and woman are frowned upon. Do not
do something that is totally alien to our environment.
Develop a genuine to meet and talk to Nepalese people and respect
their local customs.
Please do not touch offerings or persons when they are on the way to
shrines or are in the process of worshipping. Keep a respectful
distance.
Please do not accept as gifts or buy objects of art, manuscripts,
images etc. Which have antique value. These need to stay here not
only for ourselves but for future visitors like yourself who would
like to share the experience. Whether something is antique or not
can be established by the Department of Archaeology. Please be
informed that Nepalese men often walk around hand in hand, but this
does not have the same implication as it does in Europe, America or
other developed country. Please do not inquire about a person's
caste. |
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