Tourist to avoid in Pakistan
There are many things to avoid in Pakistan while you are visiting as a tourist in Pakistan. So this is a common question what should we avoid as a tourist in Pakistan?
- Do not discuss politics or religion. These are two topics that easily may lead to a tuff discussion and further to confronting.
- Do not even criticize the Pakistani government or military due to the strong affiliation of people it may lead to a challenging situation for you.
- Do not criticize Pakistanis. This will make them very angry and it may also come to blows.
- Do not drink or eat in public during the month of Ramadan. This is considered disrespectful.
- Do not wear revealing clothing. Pakistan is a conservative country and you will offend people if you dress too provocatively.
- Do not drink alcohol in public. You will be arrested. Drinking is only acceptable in the privacy of your home or a bar/restaurant. Pakistanis are conservative Muslims and do not approve of people drinking in public.
- Do not travel near Afghanistan border areas and Kashmir LOC due to volatile situations.
- Avoid going near any political gatherings.
- Do not use or carry illegal drugs.
- Avoid man-woman physical contact in public
- Blasphemy is strictly prohibited avoid it.
- Do not drive without International Driving Permit (IDP).
- Avoid travel alone, especially in faraway locations.
- Avoid mountain biking, hiking, and trekking until you are experienced
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Traveling in Pakistan: How to Stay Safe:
Avoid eating food from street vendors:
Follow the Covid-19 rules while traveling in Pakistan
Health advisory is continually changing worldwide due to the variants of the pandemic covid-19 so stay connected with this government of Pakistan website to get overall awareness about Covid-19 latest situation and restrictions in Pakistan.
However, abiding by the basic rules and restrictions which are being followed worldwide is a safety measure against the Covid-19 spread. There are special guidelines for travelers in Pakistan.
Below are the golden rules of Covid Safety for everybody even though you are vaccinated:
- Avoid unnecessary travel
- You must be vaccinated
- You can also take a free booster dose from any Covid center while you are traveling
- Keep the Covid vaccine certificate or card with you
- Always wear a mask/ face cover where ever you go or where ever are.
- Cover your Cough
- No mask sharing
- Keep a social distance of 1.5 meters everywhere, especially in crowded and public places
- No handshake or hugs
- Wash your hands with soap and clean water for up to 20 seconds.
- Use sanitizer where contamination occurred.
- Mostly stay at home and get testing immediately if you feel any symptoms.
- Maintain cleaning at home and workspace as well.
If you find yourself in a perilous situation, what should you do?
For Police, Help click the required links below:
- KPK Police
- Balochistan Police
- Gilgit-Baltistan Police
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