Reminds for Backpackerz about local etiquette

Hi all
Here are some do's and dont's follow the local etiquette;

• Remove your shoes when entering most Malaysian homes and places of worship. On entering certain places of worship cover your head, shoulders and arms. Some mosques provide robes and scarves for female visitors. Photography in places of worship is permitted but do be discreet and always ask for permission first

• Hungging and kissing in publc places is frowned upon, as is revealing clothes for women

• Do not point with the right forefinger at people, places or things. Instead, the thumb of the right hand with the four fingers folded under, is preferred.

• Each ethnic group and community has its own cultural norms. Generally, Malaysians are relaxed, cordial and forgiving, with few hard and fast rules.

pitaro localbackpackerz :: i love malaysia ...ofcourse Penang Island!!