Customs & Traditions in Russia
Home > Countries > Asia > Russia > Customs & Traditions General Etiquette Always show high respect for those who are older than you. It’s common to adopt a more formal attitude. Offer your seat to an elderly person, pregnant woman, or woman with a small child if they do not have one. If anyone […]
Culture, Customs & Festivals in Brazil
Every country has its own culture which is different from one place to another, and from tribe to tribe in the same country, all these differences in other cultures we have to respect it even if it’s strange or not similar to the ones we are used, and also we have to be aware of […]
Customs & Traditions in Brazil
General Etiquette Standard greetings vary from region to region. The most common and appropriate greeting for anyone is a handshake. In Brazil, handshakes are usually firm, although some may prefer lighter handshakes. Brazilians usually take the time to greet each person individually, making direct eye contact. Do not refer to Brazilians as ‘Latin Americans’. Typically, […]
Customs & Traditions in Afghanistan
General Etiquette Do not call Afghans “Arabs” or “Middle Eastern”. Afghanistan is not located in the Middle East. It is a South Central Asian country composed of many different ethnicities , none of which are Arab. Avoid asking questions that assume Afghan people are uneducated or uncivilized, such as “Do you have phones in Afghanistan?”. […]
Customs & Traditions in Saudi Arabia
Home > Countries > Asia > Saudi Arabia > Customs & Traditions General Etiquette Men should not stare at women or offer compliments Maintain eye contact with people of the same sex. Men should show courtesy and respect for women. Members of the opposite sex do not embrace or kiss in public. Do not discuss […]
Customs & Traditions in Kazakhstan
Home > Countries > Asia > Kazakhstan > Customs & Traditions General Etiquette Kazakhs are always respected and highly valued for their national customs and traditions. They are generally modest and hospitable. They respect the elderly, Younger generations value and respect their elders, who often live with their children or grandchildren. Kazakhs will politely offer […]