CULTURE SHOCKS

There are many cultures around the world in which traditions make the difference. Foreign people have had many experiences in other countries, where costums are unfamiliar to them. These can cause some feelings such as surprise, confusing or some actions can be seen as impolite or in a rude way.These manners are strange for foreign people. For example:

1. The word “Russia’ is synonymous with ‘sex’ in countries in the Arabic Gulf where thousands of prostitutes from Russia and the Ukraine are flown in every year to meet the clandestine needs of the oil-rich. //Sources- http://www.esquire.com/the-side/blog/demascus081607
http://www.thetruthseeker.co.uk/article.asp?ID=5476

2. In India, when people give money to beggars they thank them for the opportunity to give and gain merit.

//Sources – http://www.indianchild.com/hindu_ceremonies.htm
http://www.missionislam.com/knowledge/zakat.htm