local conditions and customs
Saudi Arabia
In the 7th century AD, the successor of the founder of Islam, Muhammad, established the Arab Empire. The 8th century was its heyday, with a territory spanning across Europe, Asia, and Africa. The decline began in the 11th century and was ruled by the Ottoman Empire in the 16th century. In the 19th century, Britain invaded and was divided into two parts: the Han Annals and the Inner Annals. In 1924, Sheikh Abdullah Aziz ibn Saud of Hanzhi annexed Hanzhi and proclaimed himself king the following year. After years of warfare, the Arabian Peninsula was finally unified and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was declared on September 23, 1932, which was designated as Saudi Arabia's National Day
religion：
Islam is the state religion of Saudi Arabia, and in Saudi Arabia, the entire population believes in Islam. Among them, Sunni Muslims account for 85%, and Shia Muslims account for 15%. Christians must pray five times a day, and during prayer, locals must go to the mosque to worship. Women must wear black robes.
There are two major religious festivals in Saudi Arabia each year, namely Eid al Fitr and Al Qur'an. The Eid al Fitr holiday lasts for seven days, and the Eid al Fitr lasts for two weeks. The ninth month of the Islamic calendar is Ramadan every year. During the 30 days of Ramadan, except for patients, pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and those traveling before sunrise, people are prohibited from drinking or eating from sunrise to sunset. Eid al Adha falls on December 10th in the Islamic calendar. Eid al Adha is also a day of pilgrimage, from December 9th to 12th, millions of Muslims from around the world flock to Saudi Arabia to make pilgrimages to the holy cities of Mecca and Medina.
The Saudi people are the most devout Islamists in the world, with many taboos. They believe that all sensory stimuli in the human body are a manifestation of depravity and the beginning of crime. Therefore, prohibition of alcohol has become a strict law in Saudi Arabia. If a drinker is caught, he/she must be publicly whipped 80 times, or imprisoned for 6 months to 1 year, in addition to being fined. Those who buy alcohol, brew alcohol privately, or drive under the influence of alcohol shall be sentenced to severe punishment, with the most severe being beheaded in public. In Saudi Arabia, all restaurants and restaurants do not serve alcoholic beverages. Only provide customers with various non alcoholic "beers" and "champagne". Satellite television and video recorders have already entered most households. Other taboos include: prohibition of eating pork, prohibition of drug use and trafficking, and punishment of death for violators; Prohibition of idol worship. The Wahhabi sect in Saudi Arabia prohibits the worship of all prophets and sages, and has expanded to prohibit the filming and painting of all living things (including humans). In addition, the religious community specifically prohibits the publication of women's photos in newspapers and publications, and many Saudis still oppose photography, especially prohibiting women from taking photos.
For many years, whipping has been one of the most common forms of punishment in Saudi Arabia. Under normal circumstances, those who commit crimes such as extramarital affairs, adultery, disturbing social order, drinking and causing trouble, killing and stealing goods will be sentenced to whipping by Saudi courts. Even some Saudi princes have been punished with whipping for misconduct, non-compliance with royal norms and etiquette. Due to the fact that criminals who are subjected to whipping will be beaten to the skin and skin, this punishment method has been strongly criticized by international human rights organizations and others. The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia announced on the 24th that the country has officially abolished whipping and switched to other forms of punishment. This move marks the disappearance of the whip punishment that has been implemented in Saudi Arabia for many years. The abolition of whipping is also considered an "important step" forward in Saudi Arabia's judicial reform process.
custom：
Saudis treat people warmly and sincerely, and are willing to help others. Eating habits like sweet food. Saudi women have always maintained the traditional habits of Islam, avoiding contact with unfamiliar men and wearing black robes and veils when going out for activities. The marriage of young men and women is determined by their parents. Saudis dress simply. The man is wearing a white robe and a white headscarf, pressed down with a black rope loop. Many people like to wear red checked headscarves. Individuals of high social status wear a black or gold colored robe with a gold border outside their white robe, which is worn by members of the royal family and chief chiefs.
Taboos to note include: it is strictly prohibited to worship idols. Stores are not allowed to sell dolls for children to play with, and character sculptures are not allowed to enter public places. In their minds, there is only one Allah. Contact between men and women is very taboo. Drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited, and both drinking alcohol and brewing alcohol without permission will be subject to severe punishment, with mild cases generally being subject to 6 months in prison or whipping. It is not allowed to take photos at will, and it is strictly prohibited to take photos of women, religious facilities, and royal buildings. It is best for tourists to inquire with people around them and obtain a positive response before taking photos. Prohibit eating pork and all ugly and unclean objects, such as turtles, crabs, etc. Avoid delivering things or food with the left hand, believing that such actions have the meaning of insulting people.
The Saudi government has issued a decree prohibiting men from marrying women from Bangladesh, Pakistan, Myanmar, and Chad. Marriage with women from other countries also requires strict scrutiny. Must be at least 25 years old, obtain a permit document issued by the mayor, and submit proof of family member identity.
