Myanmar people put great emphasis on good manners and politeness so it will help if you understand some of their customs and beliefs.

When enter in a Burmese home or temple, it is customary to remove your shoes.

Do not point your feet at anyone or use him or her to indicate anything.

Advisable not to drink tap water. Drink bottled or carbonated water is cheaply and readily available.

Traveling in a taxi, you must confirm and bargain the charge because they do not use meter.

When beckoning waiter or anyone, do so with your palm down and fingers straight with a down movement.

If you wish to leave the country with antiques, art objects Buddha images and jewelries, you have purchased at official shops and don't forget to get receipt and keep because you have to show your receipt to custom at the Airport.

Any insult to the Buddhist religion or images can carry heavy penalties. Respect must be shown at all times and, when visiting temples, appropriate clothing must be worn.