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Taboos and customs to be observed in Cambodia

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Cambodia is a country with a long history and ancient civilization, which is very friendly to China, and its diverse culture and numerous beautiful attractions attract the interest of Chinese. Cambodians attach great importance to customs and etiquette, and because they believe in many religions, they pay more attention to the rules and taboos of customs. The following will take you to understand the customs and taboos that Cambodia must abide by.

1. Cambodian religion and culture

Buddhism is the state religion of Cambodia, where many taboos are associated with Buddhist culture. We should respect Buddhist customs, and we must pay attention to the following points:

Taboos and customs to be observed in Cambodia

First, others cannot talk nonsense about local religious practices.

Taboos and customs to be observed in Cambodia

The second is to visit the temple. Do not wear a hat, skirts or pants should be above the knees, and the clothes should not be too exposed. In addition, Cambodians believe that white symbolizes death, and it is better not to wear white clothes when traveling outside. No smoking, no touching of frescoes or carvings, no climbing of monuments.

Taboos and customs to be observed in Cambodia

The third is to wear different colors of clothing every day of the week. From Monday to Sunday, dark yellow, purple, green, gray or light blue, cyan, black and red are worn. The above customary way of dressing is particularly popular in religious practices, so it is called "Colorful Week".

Taboos and customs to be observed in Cambodia

Fourth, Cambodians believe that cattle and buffalo are protected by God and cannot harm them.

Taboos and customs to be observed in Cambodia

Second, what cannot be done in Cambodia

One is not to point your feet at others

The second is not to touch the heads of Cambodians

The third is that women should not touch the monks with their hands or give them something directly

Fourth, Cambodia is better not to talk about the royal family and not to talk about politics in public.

Fifth, Cambodia still has a certain number of mines that have not been cleared. Most tourist areas are not a serious problem. If the scene is desolate, there are no cows, no children running, it is likely that there are mines that have not been cleared. You should return immediately to the congested road and not try it yourself, otherwise the consequences will be unimaginable.

Taboos and customs to be observed in Cambodia

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