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What are the don’ts in Korea?
When visiting Korea, there are certain things that should be avoided to prevent offending the locals or causing misunderstandings. These include showing excessive public displays of affection, refusing a drink, sticking chopsticks upright in rice, using an index finger to point at someone, wearing shoes indoors, speaking too loudly in public, blowing your nose in public, leaving chopsticks stuck in food, making noise while eating, touching someone's head or patting them on the back, speaking ill of the deceased and using red ink when writing. By following these guidelines and being respectful towards locals, visitors can appreciate Korean culture during their stay.