With Its Diverse Ethnic Groups And Traditional Beliefs, Sikkim Has Numerous Cultural Practices That May Appear Unusual To A Person On His/Her First Visit To The Sikkim. However, To Enjoy Your Stay In This Remarkable State Of White Himalayas And Sparkling Rivers It Is Important To Take Into Consideration The Different Cultural Aspects Of The State. Here Is A List Of Things, Which May Be Helpful To You.

• The Form Of Greeting In Nepal Is "Namaste" And Is Performed By Joining The Palms Together.
• Before Entering A Nepalese Home, Temple, And Stupa Remember To Remove Your Shoes.
• Be Careful Not To Use Your Spoon, Fork Or A Hand Being Used For Your Eating To Touch Other's Food, Plate, Cooking Utensil Or The Serving Dish. Do Not Eat From Other People's Plate And Do Not Drink From Other People's Bottle Or Glass. It Is Considered Impure.
• Never Touch Anything With Your Feet. This Is Considered An Offence.
• While Travelling Dress Appropriately. Women Should Specially Avoid Dressing In Skimpy Outfits.
• Seek Permission First Before Entering A Temple.
• Walking Around Temples Or Stupas Is Traditionally Done Clockwise.
• Take Photographs Only After Receiving Permission For The Object Or Person Being Photographed.
• Public Displays Of Affection Between Man And Woman Are Frowned Upon. Do Not Do Something That Is Totally Alien To Our Environment.
• Remember, Many Times, When A Person Shakes His Head From Left To Right, He May Mean "Yes".
• Develop A Genuine Interest To Meet And Talk To Nepalese People And Respect Their Local Customs.