Interesting customs and traditions in Cambodia

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Member since 30 May 2013

PriscillaViP22 November 2017 09:09:45

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Hello everyone,

Living outside of our home country requires us to adapt to a new culture and different traditions. What are some of the cultural specifics in Cambodia?

What are some of the traditional beliefs and cultural practices that you have encountered in Cambodia that are different to your home country?

Tell us a bit more about some of the customs that youve found interesting, such as communication style, food, greetings, laws, or festivities.

What were your initial reactions and how did you adapt to them?

Thank you for sharing your experience.

Priscilla

fareed69 New member

Member since 24 November 2017

fareed69New member26 November 2017 17:16:59

In the business context i found that Cambodians generally do not disagree openly. A 'no's is not expressed specifically and i have to read between the lines. Interesting.

Fareed

Thelma29 Member

Member since 12 October 2017

Thelma29Member27 November 2017 21:59:31

Attending on a traditional wedding is one of the experiences I encountered here. Their wedding is a long and colorful affair and it lasted for three days. Buddhist priests offer a short sermon and recite prayers of blessing.
Clothing in Cambodia is one of the most important aspects of their culture. Cambodian fashion differs according to ethnic group and social class.

expatroel New member

Member since 05 December 2013

expatroelNew member05 December 2017 07:56:22

No new traditions found but old traditions upgraded like party 🎉 music is louder than ever (coz of bigger and better equipment) and an other tradition having the smell of the burning garbage heaps from your neighbours in your face.
Can you adapt?

marceloscorner Serial expat

Member since 04 January 2015

marceloscornerSerial expat05 December 2017 08:40:31

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expatroel wrote:
.... Can you adapt?

Hello,

I MUST !

Otherwise I go back to my country or move on the middle of an isolated land !

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