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Etiquette

When in doubt just in case you find yourself not knowing the etiquette learn how to say ‘ma’af sekali’ (very sorry). Daily Etiquette 1. Body language: it is rude to point with the index finger. Use, instead, your thumb and always your right hand (left is seen as impure). The head is seen as sacred, so avoid patting children’s heads, and refrain from displaying the bottoms of your feet (also seen as impure). Talking with your hands on your hips is a sign of contempt, anger or aggression. 2. Hospitality: handshaking is customary for greetings (again, use only the right hand). A common method when greeting in passing is to press your palm to your friend’s palm in front of your chests, fingers point upwards. 3. Visitors: always welcome with refreshments, but refrain from eating or drinking until host says ‘silakan’ (please begin). When eating with hands, first wash hands, then use right hand only. Sandals and shoes may be left outside the entrance the home. 4. What to Wear: When visiting rural villages, skimpy attire is not considered appropriate. 5. Bargaining: in a Balinese market, haggling over price is not considered impolite, but be pleasant. Bali is not one of those places where making an agitated display of negotiations is considered part of the process. Smile, and insist on the price you want to pay, and if they refuse your price, smile, say ‘thank you’ (terima kasi) and walk away. Temple Etiquette 1. For BOTH men and women, when entering a temple, wear a sarong around the waist. 2. Please ask permission before taking pictures. 3. Please avoid pointing the soles of the feet towards the shrines if sitting on the ground.