Greetings. Although not common in our own tradition, handshakes are the most usual form of greeting with foreigners. Taiwanese people are not so much into hugging. When friends and acquaintances meet, a slight head bow or a wave and a friendly “hi” will do. How do Taiwanese greet each other? Shaking hands, smiling, and saying […]
Is Sri Lanka near the equator?
Location on a Map: GPS Coordinates of Sri Lanka On a map grid, Sri Lanka is located at GPS coordinates of 7.8731° N and 80.7718° E. The country is positioned above the equator, therefore in the northern hemisphere. As part of the eastern hemisphere, Sri Lanka is surrounded by four central bodies of water. Where […]
Is Bhutan plastic free?
About two decades ago, Bhutan became the first country to ban plastics. It made headlines around the world, some calling our country the first plastic-free country. Is Plastic banned in Bhutan? After two decades, the Bhutanese government has once again decided to reinforce a ban on the use and sale of plastics on April 1, […]
Is there jellyfish in the Maldives?
We’ve never seen a jellyfish at all, although there are occasional sightings they appear to extremely rare in the Maldives. Does the Maldives have jellyfish? The crown jellyfish, (above) which is frequently seen in the Maldives is actually one of the edible species targeted for human consumption.It may be that some species of jellyfish are […]
Is it rude if you don’t finish your food in Japan?
Not finishing one’s meal is not considered impolite in Japan, but rather is taken as a signal to the host that one does not wish to be served another helping. Conversely, finishing one’s meal completely, especially the rice, indicates that one is satisfied and therefore does not wish to be served any more. Are you […]
When did the French occupy Vietnam?
Vietnam became a French colony in 1877 with the founding of French Indochina, which included Tonkin, Annam, Cochin China and Cambodia. (Laos was added in 1893.) The French lost control of their colony briefly during World War II, when Japanese troops occupied Vietnam. How long did the French rule Vietnam? The French colonisation of Vietnam […]
What was the largest protest against the Vietnam War?
April 17, 1965 was the largest anti-war protest to have been held in Washington, D.C. up to that time. The number of marchers (15,000–25,000) was close to the number of U.S. soldiers in Vietnam at the time (less than 25,000). What were the protests against the Vietnam War? During March and April 1969, street marches […]
Are tattoos acceptable in Vietnam?
Although the stigma around tattoos in Vietnam has not totally disappeared, attitudes today are much more relaxed than in the past. The tattoo industry is booming and safety standards are higher than ever. Tattooed tourists certainly need not worry about visiting Vietnam, or having more ink done while they’re here. Are tattoos allowed in Vietnam? […]
How many climate are there in Indonesia?
There are three different climates that can be found in Indonesia. The primary climate in Indonesia is tropical rainforest, which has the highest level of precipitation, followed by tropical monsoon and tropical savanna which have lower levels of precipitation. What type of climate does Indonesia have? The climate of Indonesia is almost entirely tropical. The […]
What is Malaysian and Indonesian batik?
Indonesian Batik only recognizes two kinds of traditional batik processes, stamp and write using canting and wax as the medium, while Malaysian Batik usually prefers painting techniques on cloth, or what we know as chopping with a brush medium. What is Malaysian batik? Malaysian batik is batik textile art in Malaysia, especially on the east […]
Was Siliguri part of Nepal?
Siliguri has great strategic importance in West Bengal. It is located conveniently, connecting four international borders i.e. China, Nepal, Bangladesh and Bhutan. It also connects the North-East with mainland India. Siliguri • Rank 3rd in West Bengal • Urban 701,489 Languages • Official Bengali & Nepali Was Darjeeling part of Nepal? in 1835, Darjeeling formed […]
Is Bangkok cheaper than Bali?
When comparing the travel costs between Bangkok and Bali, we can see that Bali is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Is Bali more expensive than Bangkok? Which is better for cost? Generally, Bali and Thailand (using Bangkok prices) are quite on-par in […]
Is Tokyo safe?
Tokyo has again been named the world’s safest city by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), in a ranking of the digital, health, infrastructure and personal security of 60 major metropolitan areas. Singapore came in second, followed by Osaka in third place in the Safe Cities Index 2019. Is Tokyo actually safe? As mentioned above, Tokyo […]
How can I get Vietnam citizenship?
I. They can acquire Vietnam nationality, if meet the following conditions : – Have full civilization action about full capacity as the regulations of Vietnam law. – Obey the Vietnamese constitution and laws; respect the traditions, customs and habits of Vietnames ethnic. How can I get permanent residence in Vietnam? Permanent residence cards application usually […]
Does Nepal get a lot of tourists?
In 2007, the number of international tourists visiting Nepal was 526,705, which was an increase of 37.2% compared to the previous year. In 2008, the number of tourists decreased by 5% to 500,277. In 2018, the number of international tourists arrival was a record high of 1.7 million. How many tourists visited Nepal? In 2019, […]