India's dress code is strict — modest dress is expected broadly in public, not just at religious sites.
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India's dress code is strict — modest dress is expected broadly in public, not just at religious sites. Modest dress is expected broadly, especially outside major cities and tourist areas — shoulders and knees covered is the safe default, with stricter expectations at temples.
Use your right hand for eating and greeting. Remove shoes before entering temples and many homes. A head nod/namaste greeting is common.
Modest dress is expected broadly, especially outside major cities and tourist areas — shoulders and knees covered is the safe default, with stricter expectations at temples.
A lightweight scarf or sarong is the most versatile option — it packs small and can cover shoulders or legs on the spot for any temple, mosque, or church visit, regardless of what you're already wearing.