Weird Travel Rules Around The World You Must Know

Zee Media Bureau
Jun 08, 2023

Buddha Tattoos Are Banned In Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka puts a permanent ban on tattooing Buddhist images and the violator can face serious punishment including deportation or embargo to enter in the country.

Don’t Wear Camouflage In Barbados

The island nation Barbados bans wearing of camouflage attire for anyone including children in the country.

Don’t Honk In New York

You may attract a fine upto $350 if you honk incessantly in New York City. You have to be very careful while driving in the city.

Never Walk On Currency In Thailand

It’s a criminal offence in Thailand to walk on the currency notes as the images of the country’s reverend king imprinted on them. It’s like stepping on His Majesty’s face, denigrating the higher figure.

Don’t Wear Heels In Greece's Historical Sites

In order to protect the ancient monuments, some historical sites like Acropolis, prohibit women to wear heels to prevent damaging. The colosseum in Rome is also planning to bring this rule for protection of the ancient site.

Kissing In Dubai

It’s banned in Dubai to do public kissing. It may land you in jail.

Feeding Pigeons In San Francisco Not Allowed

It’s illegal to feed stray pigeons in San Francisco, USA. The large population of pigeons is susceptible to wreak havoc in the city and is termed as ‘the rats of the sky’.

Painkillers And Vicks Inhaler Banned In Japan

It’s normal as an Indian to keep vicks inhaler or medicines that contain codein such as painkillers while travelling. It helps us to fight against common cold or migraine. But you must know that it is prohibited in Japan. You may face detention or deportation in terms of violation.

Chewing Gum Is An Offence In Singapore

If you are having a habit of chewing gum, then you may face difficulty in Singapore. It’s a criminal offence to chew gum unless and until you prove that you are doing so due to a medical condition. Moreover, spitting and littering will also attract fines.

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