What are the customs and cultures of different countries in Asia?

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However, judging from the development of tourism culture, Maldives seems to be blessed again. The fragmented islands have their own characteristics, and each island has developed its own style of resort hotels. The tourism landscape of the whole Maldives lies in the leisure atmosphere operated by a resort island hotel. White and glittering beaches, coconut shadows swaying in the water and tropical fish are "animated" landscapes that appear from time to time in Maldives. They are colorful and approachable. As soon as the dolls standing on the shore come into contact with water, they don't expect a group of beautiful tourists to swim. In addition to adding flavor, fish is a must in Maldives. For local residents, fishing is a traditional and eternal way of making a living. They are happy in know life, born and raised in the water vein, and have long regarded fish as a living spring to extend life and as a treasure given by Allah.

The means of transportation connecting these islands is the traditional Doni boat, which is usually called Dhonis. Ships are made of coconut trees from hull, sails, nails, cables to sails. The history of the coexistence of aborigines and the sea for 2000 years has given birth to excellent shipbuilding technology.

2. Thailand

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Buddhism is the national religion of Thailand, and 90% people believe in Buddhism. For hundreds of years, almost all aspects such as customs, literature, art and architecture have been closely related to Buddhism. In Thailand, all Buddhist boys, when they reach a certain age, have to cut off their hair and become monks, even the royal family is no exception. When you travel to Thailand, you can see monks in yellow robes and splendid temples everywhere. Therefore, Thailand has the reputation of "yellow robe Buddha country". Buddhism has shaped the moral standards for Thais, and made them form a spirit of advocating tolerance, tranquility and peace.

3. Singapore

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MERLION Park (Merlion) Singapore's famous Merlion statue is located on the banks of the Singapore River and is a symbol and symbol of Singapore. The statue is 8 meters high and weighs 40 tons. A clear water jet from the lion's mouth was carved by the sculptor Mr. Nan Lin and his two children in 1972.

A merlion with a lion's head and a fish sitting on the water wave are designed to combine facts and legends: the lion's head represents the legendary "lion city" Singapore. The fishtail symbolizes the ancient city "Temasek" and represents that Singapore was developed from a small fishing village.

According to ancient records, Singapore was called Temasek in ancient times, and Java means Haicheng. It is said that in the14th century, an ancient Indonesian prince discovered this island. He saw a magical beast here, and later he knew it was a lion. In this regard, the prince named the island "Singapura"-which means Singa City in Sanskrit.

4.turkey

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Turks are bellicose. People call Turkey a "martial country", and "samurai value martial arts, not diet". Most people engaged in business activities in Turkey are Greeks and Israelis. Turks think they are Europeans, so shopping malls should be careful not to act like Asians.

Turks like green, white and red. Purple and yellow are forbidden because yellow symbolizes death. The green triangle should be used with caution in Turkey, which is a sign of free supply. When they decorate rooms and living rooms, colors are absolutely forbidden, because people always think that colors are ominous and forbidden. Turks believe in Islam. They like to drink wine other than wine and eat beef, mutton and camels. It is forbidden to eat pork and draw pigs, cats and pandas. According to local customs, when going to the countryside, you sometimes have to take off your shoes before you can enter the house.

Turks sometimes invite guests to their homes. They usually entertain guests in restaurants and have a relaxing dinner. If you are invited to eat at home, you can bring a bunch of flowers, some candy or snacks as gifts. If the host can drink, he can also bring a bottle of wine. Turkey is an Islamic country. Remember to take off your shoes when you enter an Islamic temple.

5. Malaysia

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The biggest feature of Malaysia is exotic architecture. Muslim countries are rare in Asia, Malaysia is one of them. The second major feature is the multi-ethnic and multi-racial mixture, including Malays, Indians, China people, Arabs and so on. It is like a melting pot of all nationalities in the world. The third feature is Malay restaurant, which includes multi-ethnic famous dishes, Malaysian cuisine, Indian cuisine, Chinese food and tropical fruits. Malaysia is the largest tin exporter in the world. There are many tin products, exquisite and cheap, and there are many colorful batik prints with traditional folk colors, which is the fourth major feature of Malaysia.

Malaysia is located in the tropics, and its climate is hot and humid all the year round, with an average annual temperature of 2 1℃~ 32℃. You can wear summer clothes all year round, because it is an Islamic country, so women should not wear too much.

Malays are warm, humble, generous and polite. When you are a guest in a Malay family, you should pay attention to your manners and respect your elders. There are many differences between Malay customs and our country, so we must pay attention to avoid inadvertently committing taboos, causing rudeness, misunderstanding and unnecessary disputes. Don't use your left hand when communicating. Traditionally, people on horseback think that your left hand is a symbol of impurity. Don't reach out and ask for a handshake, and don't just point your index finger at people. Malays are forbidden to touch their heads. Except for teachers and religious ceremonies, it is not allowed to touch Malays' backs at will. When interacting with each other, you must dress neatly. If you go to someone's house and wear slippers, you must take them off and put them at the door. When visiting the church, it should be noted that non-Muslims should take off their shoes before entering the church. When visiting temples, women should pay attention to wearing arms and feet that cannot be exposed. Never walk in front of a Muslim who is praying. Do not take pictures or touch the Koran without permission.

6. Philippines

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clothes

Before the Spanish colonists invaded the Philippines, Filipinos wore clothes made of cotton yarn and hemp fiber. The coat men wear is called Kang Gang, with short sleeves and no collar. The lower body is wrapped in a cloth called Bazaar, and the hem of the coat is slightly lower than the waist. Most of the clothes are blue or black, only the clothes of the red elders. Nowadays, great changes have taken place in Filipino clothing. Suits are popular among the middle and upper classes, while ordinary people's clothes are relatively simple. Men wear shirts above, like to use white, and wear suits and pants below; Women like to wear collarless dresses. Young people wear western-style leather shoes, while old people still wear slippers made of wood, hemp or grass.

Muslim men in the Philippines wear short coats and wide trousers and wear a "Sharon" (flower apron) as a belt. Believers who make a pilgrimage to Mecca wear white headscarves or white hats. Women wear tight short-sleeved vests, two layers of metal buttons, wide trousers and tight ankles, or skirts. Women have hair styles like Malays, and sometimes they wear brightly colored headscarves. They wear bracelets, necklaces and earrings.

Ethnic minorities wear different clothes. For example, Ifugao men often have bare upper body and a T-shaped cloth around their lower body; Women wear skirts with similar bright colors. The clothes of the people who set posts are extremely simple. Men usually only wear a piece of cloth around their abdomen, and some also wear separate coats in front. Women wear blouses and wrap their bellies in cloth. The clothes of short black people are the most primitive, and both men and women wrap cloth or leaves around their waists.

prescribe a diet

The staple food of Filipinos is rice and corn. Farmers only mash rice before cooking. Rice is cooked in a crock or bamboo tube and eaten by hand. Filipinos like to eat cassava cooked in coconut juice, rice cooked in coconut juice, and then rice wrapped in banana leaves. As food, corn is dried, ground into powder, and then made into various foods. People in the upper and middle classes in most cities eat western food. The staple food of Filipino Muslims is rice, sometimes corn and potato flour, with vegetables and fruits. According to Islamic rules, they don't eat pork or drink alcohol. Like other Malays, they like to eat fish instead of milk. Cooking is very simple. I like to use pungent spices. Grab it with your hands when eating. The habit of chewing betel nut is very popular among Muslims in the Philippines.

marry

The traditional marriage customs of different ethnic groups in the Philippines vary greatly. Most Filipinos are free to fall in love and get married. In the vast rural areas, it is popular for young men to play the guitar and make love to the girl he loves with songs. In love, men often give their women cosmetics, fruits, bouquets and so on. And the colors of flowers are white and pink, and brown and red are taboo colors. The wedding was held in the church. The marriage of Filipino Muslims is decided by their parents. The man must propose to the woman's family through the matchmaker and pay the bride price. The wedding was presided over by the imam of Islam, and a grand banquet was held to entertain the guests. Early marriage is practiced in the Philippines, and girls are considered to have reached the age of marriage when they are 12 or 13 years old.

The marriage customs of aborigines are varied. There are two main ways for Igorot people living in the northern mountainous area of Luzon Island to get married: parents get married or try marriage freely. Generally speaking, wealthier families get engaged when their children are young in order not to let their property and status fall behind. At the age of 14 or 15, they officially got married. If one party expresses dissatisfaction after marriage, as long as the woman is not pregnant, they can always separate and find another partner. Infertility can also be separated at any time. Because these ethnic groups believe that the biggest purpose of marriage is to have children, it is not uncommon for young men and women to try marriage several times before formal marriage. Bananas are allowed to have multiple marriages, and cousins are forbidden to marry. If people in the latter relationship want to get married, they must take some "preventive" measures and rituals, such as throwing some valuables into the sea. When a short black man proposes marriage, he must shoot the bamboo tube put by the woman in the distance with a bow and arrow. If he doesn't do it, it shows that the man is unable to support his wife and it is difficult to achieve the purpose of proposing marriage.