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Nepali Culture. Food. A unique combination of Indian and Chinese foods Variety and quality differs in social class Variety also can differ by location Eat with right hand (no utensils) Do not let drinking containers touch lips. Clothing. Women must dress modestly
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Nepali Culture
Food A unique combination of Indian and Chinese foods Variety and quality differs in social class Variety also can differ by location Eat with right hand (no utensils) Do not let drinking containers touch lips
Clothing Women must dress modestly Women overexposing skin are subject to sexual abuse Men will wear t- shirt and pants Many traditional Nepali may wear hats
Hygiene No toilet paper; use left hand Toilet paper may be offered at hotels Toilet paper and tissues considered unhygienic Use water to wash private parts with
Men and Women May walk hand in hand or hug the same gender Is considered normal; a sign of friendship Show little affection towards other gender
Religion Most of the population is Hindu Buddha was born in Nepal Nepal is considered sacred by Buddhists Many aspects of life affected by religion