Do's & Dont's when you are
in Kerala
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Before
traveling by a taxicab or autorickshaw enquire at your Hotel
or any tourist reception center about the distance, route and
approximate fare to your destination. Always pay by the meter.
However your cabbie may ask for one and a half times the fare
if you are traveling after 9 P.M. Tip the driver only if the
service has been extraordinarily helpful.
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Unattended
luggage at the bus station, railway station, and other public
areas can take a walk if you are not careful. Do use the
cloakroom facilities available.
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In Kerala,
we confine our display of affection to the privacy of our
house. Kissing in public is not socially accepted and nudity
and topless wear are not allowed on our beaches.
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Most
temples in Kerala are not open to non-Hindus and visitors.
Some do allow entry into the ground but not inside the
sanctum. If you are lucky enough to be allowed in, you will
have remove footwear and the men must remove their shirts and
vests.
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Use only
Government approved/authorized paying guest accommodation.
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Use only
approved beaches for swimming. The other beaches have
dangerous under-currents.
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The
purchase of ivory in any form is illegal and liable to
prosecution.
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Any
activity relating to any banned drug including soft drugs is
illegal. Hunting in any form is illegal.
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Smoking in
Public places is prohibited
Clothing
Light, tropical and cotton clothing is advised. Kerala has a
warm tropical climate. You may feel overdressed at times. Dress
light, but also resist the temptation to go scantier than local
standards. Bermudas and T-shirts are always acceptable.
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