What cultural faux pas should I try to avoid making in Ho Chi Minh City?

"Cultural errors include: buying flowers for my girlfriend that are intended for dead (yellow daffodils are for the Buddhist lunar shrine, not to show your girl you love her---big faux pas). Not knowing that "good girls" cannot go to play pool (Bida) or sit and watch a band in a bar. Since most girls don't want to say "no" and make you lose face, they will go, but be really embarrassed. Once you are closer, she will give you an earful! Better to know these mistakes first," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

"It is important to be mindful of cultural norms when visiting Ho Chi Minh City. It is important to dress modestly and to avoid public displays of affection. It is also important to be respectful of religious sites and to avoid taking photographs without permission. Additionally, it is important to be aware of the local customs and to avoid making negative comments about the country or its people. Finally, it is important to be aware of the local laws and to avoid engaging in activities that are illegal in Vietnam," commented one expat who made the move to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

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