What should you pay attention to when traveling to Russia?

1. Don’t say the word "Hui"

In Chinese, "Hui" and "Hui" are two good words, but in Russian, "Hui" is not It is an unpleasant curse word, so it is best to avoid this word when interacting with Russians. If your name contains "Hui" and "Hui", you need to be flexible.

2. Don’t refuse to dance

If a man asks a woman to dance, unless the woman already has a boyfriend and is unwilling to dance with the inviter, generally she cannot refuse other people’s invitations, otherwise she will It is considered disrespectful and the inviter will feel slighted and insulted.

3. Women should not enter churches without headscarves

When entering Orthodox churches to worship or visit Orthodox churches, men must take off their hats, but women must wear headscarves or hats. If a woman does not bring anything into the church, she is considered a violator.

4. Don’t smoke in front of others

There are special places for smoking in Russia, such as bathrooms, corridors and stairs corners. Russians generally do not smoke in front of guests. If you must smoke in front of others, especially women, you must ask for permission.

5. Do not shake hands across the threshold

When meeting or bidding farewell, it is best not to shake hands across the threshold. Russians believe that barriers can separate friendships. Therefore, when meeting or saying goodbye, be sure to shake hands after walking through the door or stepping out of the threshold.

Extended information

Russians are particularly taboo on the number "13", thinking it is a symbol of danger and death. Instead, think "7" means happiness and success. Russians do not like black cats and believe that they do not bring good luck. Russians consider mirrors to be sacred objects and breaking them means the destruction of the soul.

But if you break cups, saucers and plates, it means wealth and happiness. Therefore, at wedding banquets, birthday banquets and other grand occasions, some dishes will be specially broken to express celebration.