Dress codes of some destinations
Visitors to Greece should avoid wearing high heels, and headscarves are required when visiting Muslim countries.
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France:Although the French capital Paris is one of the “Big Four” global fashion capitals, there are still strict regulations on clothing. In France, people, including tourists, are not allowed to wear veils (covering the head and face). In 2010, the French government issued a bill to increase security in public places. Tourists can be fined 150 euros if they violate the regulations. Photo: Rosivan Morais/Pexels |
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Thailand:Tourists can face fines of up to 1,000 baht (nearly 700,000 VND) if they misbehave while wearing the country's school uniforms. In the Land of Golden Pagodas, wearing Thai school uniforms embroidered with school abbreviations is illegal. However, if tourists only wear uniforms with their own names embroidered on them, it is not considered illegal. Photo: Arian Zwegers/Flickr |
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Bali (Indonesia)Not only is it a “tourist paradise” in the eyes of international visitors, it is also known as the “island of the gods”. Balinese people have deep religious beliefs. Revealing clothing will be considered disrespectful to this sacred land. In addition, Indonesia’s cybersecurity regulations are very strict. Tourists posting or sharing negative content or offensive images are condemned. Photo: The Telegraph |
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Muslim countries:The mosque is considered the most important and sacred religious center for Muslims. Female visitors to the mosque are required to wear a headscarf, loose clothing that covers the skin, and can wear skirts that reach the ankles. Men are not allowed to wear T-shirts, shorts, or slippers when visiting this place. Photo: RM/Pexels |
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Korea:The land of kimchi is not too strict about clothing for tourists. This country even encourages tourists to wear hanbok - the traditional Korean costume by offering free entrance when visiting Gyeongbokgung Palace (Gyeongbokgung Palace) or temples. Photo: Olivialazuardy |
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Italy:To ensure the safety of tourists, the Cinque Terre authorities (Northwest Italy) launched a campaign to warn tourists about climbing cliffs without proper footwear. Tourists are not allowed to wear slippers or high heels when climbing in this area. If they ignore the warning, tourists may face fines ranging from 50 to 2,500 euros. Photo: Greenstyle |
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Greece:As one of the countries with the most brilliant civilizations of the ancient period, Greece owns many public works and temples that are preserved to this day. In this country, wearing high heels when visiting ancient monuments such as the Parthenon and the Acropolis in Athens or any other historical monuments is illegal. The Greek government is concerned that the sharp heels of high heels will scratch and damage the stone. Photo: Jo Kassis |
