Kazakhstan

Top 10 Things

  • What NOT to do
  • What to do
  • You must be aware that you will be offered something when you go to visit and it is impolite not to at least drink one cup of tea and eat a piece of bread. --Rocky
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  • You shouldn't stare at someone. --Rocky
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  • Avoid travelling in unofficial taxis, particularly at night and alone. --Rocky
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  • don't admire things too much in someone's home, the custom is if you admire or comment on something they will feel compelled to give you that item. --Rocky
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  • Not being hungry, being sick, having already eaten; none of these are excuses not to eat and drink socially. Your hosts will be offended if you do not eat a lot. --Rocky
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  • You should never eat and leave before tea is served--and tea means several cups (or bowls) plus fruits, cakes, cookies, nuts. --Rocky
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  • You must not point your feet towards food --Rocky
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  • Do not step on the food if it's spread on the floor. --Rocky
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  • You should not drink tap water --Rocky
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  • Do not give change or sweets to children on the street unless you are invited as a guest --Rocky
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  • Always be prepared to offer people something to drink and eat when they come to visit. --Rocky
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  • Be respectful of religion, and the culture supporting it. --Rocky
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  • Don't wave your hand, rather put out your hand and slowly drop your wrist to indicate you want a ride. --Rocky
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  • Don't give permission for the driver to pick up more passengers. --Rocky
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  • If you are a woman be prepared to kiss other women as a greeting. --Rocky
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  • You must treat bread with respect. --Rocky
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  • Age here matters and in this culture respect must be shown to anyone who is older than you. --Rocky
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  • You should take off your shoes before entering the house. --Rocky
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  • You should ask for permission before clicking any picture. --Rocky
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  • It is customary to bring a gift if you are invited to someone's home. It doesn't have to be much but flowers, candy, bread, anything will do. --Rocky
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