10 things you need to stay away from when visiting Korea

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Before traveling in a foreign country, you need to learn about the culture of that country. Especially if you go to Asian countries, where there are still certain traditions and hierarchy. One of these traditional countries is Korea, a modern country with many strange and surprising laws.

Please pocket immediately 10 things you need to avoid to avoid falling into awkward situations or getting unfriendly glances from people around you when visiting Korea travel!

10. Chopsticks are not a play item

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There are many taboos when using chopsticks in Korea that you need to keep in mind. For example, if you want to pierce food with chopsticks (like a fork), the owner or the cook will treat this action as an insult. Like in Vietnam, Koreans are extremely arrogant in inserting two chopsticks into a bowl of rice when eating because according to the traditional custom, only burning incense for the dead can be done. If you bring a pair of chopsticks into a bowl of rice, it is like offering a meal to the dead. So, inserting chopsticks into the bowl of rice is absolutely not done.

9. Tattoo is not something to show off

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In Korea (as well as some other Asian countries), many people are still afraid of tattoos. Art tattoo work is illegal here and only health workers are allowed to see these 'body paintings'. Therefore, if you do not want to be discriminated against, it is best not to show or show off your tattoo explicitly in public.

8. Don't wear a very deep collar

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Koreans often look at their shoulders and backs to see how you are. However, you can completely show off your feet with short skirts, shorts comfortably because this is considered a fashionable and social dress accepted.

7. It is not always possible to give tips

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Korean culture has no concept of "tips". So, you can carefree keep your wallet without fear of murmuring anything. The service fee is already included in the bill in kimchi, so you don't need tips in most situations. However, a few "tips" leave in Western restaurants - where owners and non-Korean employees are appreciated.

6. Don't leave leftovers on the plate

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Koreans have a very special attitude, extremely respectful of food. Memories of war between North Korea and South Korea, as well as Japan's merger, remain 'new'. Therefore, when visiting someone's home, you should not refuse to eat the food they invite. You will also be reprimanded or receive an unfriendly look when discarding food on your plate in a restaurant or cafe.

5. Do not stare at the local people

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Korean people's personal space sovereignty is extremely high, so they don't want anyone to enter the space or stare at them. You need to ask for permission from the local people before taking photos of them. If not, you can be taken to the police station, pay a fine and prove that the photo is not malicious.

4. Not participating in conflicts, especially with the elderly

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In Korea, the age hierarchy is very strong. Young people must follow older and non-vulgar people. Ajummas have a formidable personality but under no circumstances are they in conflict, even when they are wrong and start a conflict. In general, all conflicts in Korea are resolved for the benefit of local people. And this fact is being abused.

3. Don't be shy with the topic "toilet"

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No "silent" talk is banned in South Korea. People are free to discuss their toilet issues. For example, a girlfriend can easily tell her boyfriend that she has diarrhea. In addition, these types of discussions can occur while having lunch or hanging out with friends. In fact, your friends will often ask if your personal is normal. The system of clean public toilets has been built here. And in Seoul, they built a park dedicated to toilet culture.

2. Don't touch the person sleeping on the street

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Similar to Japanese people, once Koreans have played, drinking is a must. Binge drinking may not happen every day but usually takes place on weekends. They often go out to drink with colleagues and it is not good to refuse a request from your boss. In fact in some small corporations, going out with a boss can help you get a promotion, a profitable project or a salary increase.

And every time they get too drunk, they can sleep on the road. However, you don't need to touch or ask, try to wake up when you see them sleeping. Don't worry, they won't be robbed because the police will help them get home.

1. Don't smoke anywhere you want

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You are allowed to smoke in Korea, but not everywhere. There are special smoking areas, where cigarette smoke will not bother anyone. It could be a special room or even simply a small sign that says smoking is allowed here. There are many places to smoke in Korea, especially in crowded places. Remember that if you decide to drop cigarette butts in the wrong place, you are willing to pay the fine.

Which of these restrictions makes you most surprised? Please share your opinion in the comment section below!

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