What cultural faux pas should I try to avoid making in Bangkok?

"There are a number of cultural taboos that should be observed in Thailand. Luckily the people from Orientations told me about many of them but I still made errors. Perhaps the most common for me was the use of the "Wai" which is the prayer like gesture the Thai use to greet each other. I found that I was initiating this gesture with Thai people and as there are fairly complex rules about who should do this first and even how high the hands should be held depending on the relative seniority I cause much embarrassment to my Thai friends. Once again, Orientations was able to put me on the right track with this," said another expat in Bangkok, Thailand.

"It is important to be mindful of cultural norms when visiting Bangkok. It is considered rude to point with your feet, so it is best to avoid doing so. Additionally, it is important to dress modestly and to cover your shoulders and knees when visiting temples and other religious sites. It is also important to be respectful when taking photographs, as some people may not want to be photographed. Finally, it is important to be aware of the local customs and to be respectful of the Thai people and their culture," wrote a member who made the move to Bangkok, Thailand.

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