Since not all of us can travel the whole world, Fact Point has brought the entire world to
you.
In this very interesting video we will tell you about different cultures from different
societies which you may find even shocking.
So let's get started!
#1.
Croatia
Croatia is popular for its national parks, beaches, and of all the things - the coastal
country is also famous for its Game of Thrones Appeal.
But, if you are travelling in this eastern European country, depending on where you are
from, it might shock you when you learn that if you plan to stay there, it is expected
from you to clean not only your own house but also the street outside of your house.
There is a reason why the country is famous for its clean streets and communal civil pride.
Croatia is not exception, countries like Spain too have similar culture.
#2.
I don't want Coffee.
Wait!
Now I want
In Ireland, it is considered rude to accept any food item from the host the first time
it is being offered by them.
Even if you are being offered a mouth watering treat, pretend to decline the offer.
You will be asked once again, and this time, it's absolutely okay to accept it.
It might sound a weird practice especially if you are from country like US where a no
would mean a no and agreeing the other time might make you come off as a weird fluctuating
person.
#3.
The Country With No Traffic Rules
Food is not the only thing Lebanon is famous for.
Talk to any traveller who have been to the Lebanese Republic, they would tell you that
there is virtually no traffic rules at all in the Middle Eastern country.
Even if there seem to be traffic rules, everyone is speeding around you and the rules are not
enforced at all.
Needless to say, there are countless accidents everyday on the roads of Lebanon.
#4.
Pish-Kesh
In Jordan, Iran and many arab countries, if someone compliments about something you are
wearing, it is considered rude at your part to not offer the same thing immediately to
the person who originally complimented you.
In Iran, this tradition has got its name and is called Pishkesh.
One traveller shared an incident that occurred in one of the Jordan hotels where, unaware
of this tradition, he complimented waiter's watch and the waiter immediately unlatched
the watch and tried to push it on the traveller's hand.
If you want to accept the gift, don't say yes before you have said no at least thrice.
That's another aspect of this norm.
Good luck!
:)
#5.
Being Friendly Towards Strangers
If you are from US, nothing special in here for you, move on.
BUT, if you are not aware of the US culture, prepare yourself for a cultural shock when
you land in the America and suddenly people you don't even know, are smiling at you.
They might even ask you how's your day going and not even bother to listen your reply.
And, similarly, if you are an American travelling in Europe and trying to be friendly with random
strangers on the streets, prepare yourself for receiving weird looks.
It's fascinating how opposite two cultures can be.
#6.
Rush hours in China and Japan
Talking about opposites, it would be quite interesting to discuss how the crowd treats
you in China Vs. how it treats you in Japan.
You will find countless travellers telling you how in China, during the busy hours, everyone
is pushing, cutting the line, breaking the queue and seem in hurry.
They might not care even if you are a traveller.
The reason is fairly obvious - China has a HUUUUUGGGE population and if you are planning
to stand there and wait for your turn, you will never get an opportunity.
Now when it comes to Japan, you would find yourself at the totally opposite end of the
spectrum.
#7.
India
If the word "diversity" could be represented as a country, India would be the answer.
The south Asian country has diversity in every form.
The country itself is a concoction of different cultures.
While there is a lot to talk about India, one cultural difference which might catch
your eyes and might even shock you, especially if you are not Asian, is the sight of grown
up men walking around holding their hands which might illusion you into thinking they
are homosexuals but in reality it is a fairly common way to express your friendliness in
India and the men are just being bros!
#8.
Tolerance towards public drunkenness
If you are a Brit or familiar with streets of Britain you probably know that public drinking
is taken casually and considered normal there.
But the attitude towards public drunkenness when compared to Europe is totally different
in the States.
So much so that asking for beer in a restaurant might invite stares and a lecture on "sir
this is a family restaurant".
Let us know in the comments what do you feel about either of the cases.
#9.
Nap time in Spain
When you visit Spain as a tourist, roaming in the Spanish street in the afternoon would
make you realize that you are probably alone and nobody is around with all the shops closed.
This time after the midday meal till 4pm is also called Siesta time in Spain and in these
early hours of afternoon you would probably find no one in
streets or in the shops except for probably you yourself.
#10.
Balinese Funerals
If you are new to Bali, Funeral processions might look like a party or wedding to you.
Funeral procession in the Indonesian Island are full of food, music and songs.
They are very expensive too.
Often the body is buried inside a container till arrangements for funeral can be done
or the auspicious day arrives.
Balinese funerals are very expensive and the body may be interred until the family can
afford it or until there is a group funeral planned by the village or family when costs
will be less.
Additionally, if the departed was a court servant, member of the court or minor noble,
the cremation can be postponed up to several years to coincide with the cremation of their
Prince.
Cultures can vary greatly.
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