The short answer
Do greet your hosts with namaste, remove your shoes at the door, accept tea or food with your right hand and eat what you are given in modest amounts. Do ask before photographing the family or entering the kitchen or prayer corner, and offer to help in small ways.
Don't point your feet at people or the household shrine, step over food or cooking items, or touch food with your left hand when sharing. Keep voices calm, dress modestly, and thank your hosts warmly at the end. A small gift from your home town is a kind gesture.
Key facts
- Do
- Namaste, shoes off, right hand
- Do
- Ask before photos
- Don't
- Point feet at people or shrines
- Gift
- Small and thoughtful
How it works
- Greet and remove shoesAt the door.
- Accept hospitality gracefullyTea, food and conversation.
- Ask before you photographFamily and kitchen.
- Say thank you warmlyBefore you leave.
Insider tip
Learn how your host prefers to be addressed.
Avoid this
Do not step over food, cooking items or offerings.
Related questions
Should I bring a gift?
A small thoughtful gift is appreciated.
Can I use the kitchen?
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