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What are the precautions for traveling to Egypt?

Egypt is an Islamic country, so tourists should pay attention to respecting local religious customs.

Courtesy in the car: Please keep the car clean, no spitting, no smoking, no ice cream, no food with skin, etc. Hotel etiquette: please pay attention to avoid wearing pajamas and slippers in rooms, corridors and restaurants to make noise; Please close the door when chatting in the room so as not to affect other guests.

Sightseeing etiquette: please don't expose your chest and back in churches and mosques, otherwise you can't enter. Dress appropriately when visiting religious sites, and be sure to take off your shoes when visiting mosques. In addition, women should not wear too much exposure in tourist places, but they can wear shorts and swimsuits in hotels.

Ladies first: please give priority to ladies when entering the door, getting on and off the elevator and choosing seats in the restaurant. Meeting etiquette: it is customary to shake hands, but never shake hands with others or exchange items with your left hand. Dining etiquette: Pay attention to your dining posture. Don't put your arms on the table. Please don't eat vegetables, drink soup and drink conveniently. Try not to make any noise when eating, and don't make any noise when eating.

Clothing taboo: In Egypt, you can't see women topless or wearing short skirts, and you can't see men wearing vests and shorts. Although Egyptians are more tolerant of foreigners and not as strict as some Islamic countries, it must be reminded that it is strictly forbidden to wear vests, shorts and miniskirts to mosques in Egypt.

Dietary customs: Egypt is a world-famous ancient civilization. It strictly abides by Islamic rules in its diet. During Ramadan, it fasted during the day, did not eat forbidden food, did not eat red stew with juice and uncooked dishes. Don't talk to people when eating, don't make any noise when drinking hot soup and drinks, don't come back after eating, and don't touch utensils and food with your left hand.

Don't yawn: Usually try not to yawn or sneeze in front of Egyptians. If you can't control it, turn your face and cover your mouth and say "I'm sorry".