Weird regulations of various countries
The so-called water and soil support one person, each local area or country has its own customs and beliefs. However, the laws and regulations in some countries are a bit strange, and the donkeys have to know during their travels. Now, let’s take a look at the weirdness of these regulations with the editor of World Customs Network!
Weird regulations of various countries-it is illegal to drive naked in Thailand
1. It is illegal to drive naked in Thailand
Don’t lose patience because of the hot climate of this tropical country. If you are caught in a police car or motorcycle while being caught by the police, you must eat a ticket. You may also just slap your wrists or tanned shoulders, or be fined a few hundred Thai baht (about $10).
Weird regulations of various countries-Moscow prohibits driving in dirty cars
2. Moscow prohibits driving in dirty cars
Some people may say that this is just an excuse for the Moscow traffic police to charge indiscriminately. So how dirty is it? A recent newspaper survey defined it: half of the people think that the car is dirty enough to see the license plate, and another 9% of the respondents believe that the car is so dirty that the driver’s face is not clear. dirty.
Dirty cars will definitely get fines when they go on the road, but the amount of fines may be said so that they can be negotiated. If you come up and politely give the traffic police $100, it will be done immediately, and you can drive away immediately.
Weird regulations of various countries-Denmark prohibits driving without lights
3. Denmark prohibits driving without lights
If you are renting a car to travel in the local area, remember to turn on the lights. Do not drive the lights on the road will cause you to be punished under $100. Denmark and other Scandinavian countries have such legal requirements. Because some studies have found that driving with the lights on will make other drivers pay more attention to your existence, which will reduce the occurrence of traffic accidents. It is reported that this legal provision may be used by other EU countries in the future.
Weird regulations of various countries-feeding pigeons is not allowed in Italy
4. It is not allowed to feed pigeons in Italy
The law in Italy varies from place to place. The Venetians did not want their beloved buildings to be dotted with pigeon dung. The local government also does not welcome tourists who join in the liveliness, feed the pigeons, and make the square a mess on St. Mark's Square. They don't like tourists topless, crawling into the fountain pool, or sitting on the sidewalk chewing sandwiches. Similarly, in Rome, jumping into the fountain pool to cool off is not welcome.
If the above behavior is only the first offense, the authorities will warn you; if the second offender is caught, you will have to face a fine of up to $600. Of course, if your attitude of admitting mistakes is better, and the fines are relatively easy to get, you may only need to pay a fine of less than $50 or $60. The Venetian government spokesman also said that the local police are more tolerant of tourists who feed pigeons just for taking pictures.
Weird regulations of various countries-eating in public in the UAE during Ramadan is illegal
5. It is illegal to eat in public places in the UAE during Ramadan
If you travel to the UAE during the Muslim month of Ramadan, you will be fined for any food or drink during public fasting during the day. Also, be sure to take care of your hands. The Islamic tradition affects not only the country’s culture, but also its laws. This country will not tolerate intimacy in public. Theoretically, a pair of unmarried men and women sitting alone in a car decorated with tinted glass will cause a lot of trouble after being discovered.
The punishment for the above behavior is still very flexible, but the punishment experience of many tourists can indeed be a lesson for you. For example, two British people who violated regulations in public have been sentenced to three months’ imprisonment. A group of tourists drinking juice on the street were also fined $275 each.
Weird regulations of various countries-all coins are not allowed to be settled in Canada
6. Checkout with all coins is not allowed in Canada
Canada’s Currency Act of 1985 enacted regulations on the use of coins, which also included a reasonable range of how many coins were used for payment. For example, goods worth $10 are not allowed to be purchased with all coins. For items above $20, one-dollar coins are not allowed. Of course, if the seller does not care about more coins, it is possible to buy things like this. Of course, he can also refuse you in accordance with the law.
Weird regulations in various countries-Singapore bans chewing gum
7. Singapore bans chewing gum
In Singapore, chewing gum, feeding birds in the square, spitting everywhere, and not flushing the toilet can all punish you. The above regulations originated from the government's consideration of maintaining national cleanliness.
Since 2004, the rules for eating chewing gum have been loosened, and it is no longer illegal to eat smoking cessation gum (smoking cessation gum requires a doctor to prescribe and the name of the purchaser will be recorded). However, the sales and consumption of chewing gum are currently unrealistic.
On holidays, Singaporeans occasionally go to neighboring Malaysia to buy some gum and enjoy it "secretly" after returning home. They joked that in fact, Singaporeans can take a half-hour car to go to Malaysia , smoke, chew gum, and then return to Singapore.
Weird regulations of various countries-Grenada does not allow to swim in the street in swimwear
8. Grenada does not allow to swim on the street in a bathing suit
The practice of certain tourists on cruise ships often causes the Grenada police to be unhappy. Many tourists will wear swimsuits from the beach to the streets, which makes the police have a big headache. The police hope to stop such phenomena through fines. In addition, tourists who have low waists in jeans may also be punished. Theoretically, the fine for the above acts will be as high as $270. However, people from the Tourism Commission comforted tourists that as of now, it seems that the police have not seen such a punishment.
Weird regulations in various countries
9. British Christmas prohibits eating meat pies
In the UK, the law stipulates that meat pies are not allowed for Christmas. This became law during the time of Oliver Cromwell (17th century). But obviously, to this day, even the British themselves are "experiencing the law" during the festive season, and the inability to eat meat pies at Christmas is also voted as "the most wonderful regulation in Britain".
Weird regulations of various countries-Spanish women must wear earrings on the street
10. Spanish women must wear earrings on the street
If a woman does not wear earrings on the street, it seems to the Spanish that the normal person is not wearing clothes. It is a joke, which should be difficult for women who have no piercings.
Weird regulations of various countries-Italian church avoid shorts and sleeveless tops
11. Italian church bogey shorts and sleeveless tops
If you plan to go to an Italian church in a warm climate, don’t just bring shorts and sleeveless tops when you set off. Tourists who go to the Italian Cathedral and the Catholic Cathedral must be cautious. No matter whether they are men or women, shorts and sleeveless tops are not allowed. There will be guards or parishioners at the entrance of the church, so remember to bring a long-sleeved shirt or other pullovers when you leave.
Weird laws and regulations in various countries
12. The United States can chop cactus for 25 years
Unlawful felling of cacti in Arizona is illegal and can be sentenced to up to 25 years in prison. Therefore, tourists who travel there must not think of "take some cactus home as a memorial".
Weird regulations of various countries-Germany does not allow parking on highways
13. Germany does not allow parking on highways
If it’s safer and cooler to drive on German highways, then the laws and regulations related to highways will keep you on thin ice and you can’t let go. Because, if you are driving on a highway, it is illegal to run halfway. Suppose you find a gap in the middle of the driveway and you can drag the car, hoping to find some gasoline, but don’t forget that walking on the highway is also illegal. Because the above behavior will hinder others from driving, a fine of less than $100 will be imposed, and there will be separate penalties for running a car without gas and walking on high speed.
Weird regulations of various countries-France and England prohibit people from kissing at the train station
14. France and England prohibit people from kissing at the train station
From April 5, 1910 onwards, the French lost their chances at the railway station. It is said that this rule is to prevent the phenomenon of train delays caused by the inseparable relationship between lovers. But now it seems that the law has not been heard. Is it a coincidence? The British Virgin Train Company also posted a "no kissing" notice at Warrington Riverside Pier Railway Station in northwest England.
At present, the above behavior will not be punished in France. However, couples who have been reluctant to stay at the Warrington Riverside Pier Railway Station may have to be invited by the staff to say goodbye to the "kissing area" near the parking lot.
Weird regulations of various countries-it is illegal to drive naked in Thailand
1. It is illegal to drive naked in Thailand
Don’t lose patience because of the hot climate of this tropical country. If you are caught in a police car or motorcycle while being caught by the police, you must eat a ticket. You may also just slap your wrists or tanned shoulders, or be fined a few hundred Thai baht (about $10).
Weird regulations of various countries-Moscow prohibits driving in dirty cars
2. Moscow prohibits driving in dirty cars
Some people may say that this is just an excuse for the Moscow traffic police to charge indiscriminately. So how dirty is it? A recent newspaper survey defined it: half of the people think that the car is dirty enough to see the license plate, and another 9% of the respondents believe that the car is so dirty that the driver’s face is not clear. dirty.
Dirty cars will definitely get fines when they go on the road, but the amount of fines may be said so that they can be negotiated. If you come up and politely give the traffic police $100, it will be done immediately, and you can drive away immediately.
Weird regulations of various countries-Denmark prohibits driving without lights
3. Denmark prohibits driving without lights
If you are renting a car to travel in the local area, remember to turn on the lights. Do not drive the lights on the road will cause you to be punished under $100. Denmark and other Scandinavian countries have such legal requirements. Because some studies have found that driving with the lights on will make other drivers pay more attention to your existence, which will reduce the occurrence of traffic accidents. It is reported that this legal provision may be used by other EU countries in the future.
Weird regulations of various countries-feeding pigeons is not allowed in Italy
4. It is not allowed to feed pigeons in Italy
The law in Italy varies from place to place. The Venetians did not want their beloved buildings to be dotted with pigeon dung. The local government also does not welcome tourists who join in the liveliness, feed the pigeons, and make the square a mess on St. Mark's Square. They don't like tourists topless, crawling into the fountain pool, or sitting on the sidewalk chewing sandwiches. Similarly, in Rome, jumping into the fountain pool to cool off is not welcome.
If the above behavior is only the first offense, the authorities will warn you; if the second offender is caught, you will have to face a fine of up to $600. Of course, if your attitude of admitting mistakes is better, and the fines are relatively easy to get, you may only need to pay a fine of less than $50 or $60. The Venetian government spokesman also said that the local police are more tolerant of tourists who feed pigeons just for taking pictures.
Weird regulations of various countries-eating in public in the UAE during Ramadan is illegal
5. It is illegal to eat in public places in the UAE during Ramadan
If you travel to the UAE during the Muslim month of Ramadan, you will be fined for any food or drink during public fasting during the day. Also, be sure to take care of your hands. The Islamic tradition affects not only the country’s culture, but also its laws. This country will not tolerate intimacy in public. Theoretically, a pair of unmarried men and women sitting alone in a car decorated with tinted glass will cause a lot of trouble after being discovered.
The punishment for the above behavior is still very flexible, but the punishment experience of many tourists can indeed be a lesson for you. For example, two British people who violated regulations in public have been sentenced to three months’ imprisonment. A group of tourists drinking juice on the street were also fined $275 each.
Weird regulations of various countries-all coins are not allowed to be settled in Canada
6. Checkout with all coins is not allowed in Canada
Weird regulations in various countries-Singapore bans chewing gum
7. Singapore bans chewing gum
In Singapore, chewing gum, feeding birds in the square, spitting everywhere, and not flushing the toilet can all punish you. The above regulations originated from the government's consideration of maintaining national cleanliness.
Since 2004, the rules for eating chewing gum have been loosened, and it is no longer illegal to eat smoking cessation gum (smoking cessation gum requires a doctor to prescribe and the name of the purchaser will be recorded). However, the sales and consumption of chewing gum are currently unrealistic.
On holidays, Singaporeans occasionally go to neighboring Malaysia to buy some gum and enjoy it "secretly" after returning home. They joked that in fact, Singaporeans can take a half-hour car to go to Malaysia , smoke, chew gum, and then return to Singapore.
Weird regulations of various countries-Grenada does not allow to swim in the street in swimwear
8. Grenada does not allow to swim on the street in a bathing suit
The practice of certain tourists on cruise ships often causes the Grenada police to be unhappy. Many tourists will wear swimsuits from the beach to the streets, which makes the police have a big headache. The police hope to stop such phenomena through fines. In addition, tourists who have low waists in jeans may also be punished. Theoretically, the fine for the above acts will be as high as $270. However, people from the Tourism Commission comforted tourists that as of now, it seems that the police have not seen such a punishment.
Weird regulations in various countries
9. British Christmas prohibits eating meat pies
In the UK, the law stipulates that meat pies are not allowed for Christmas. This became law during the time of Oliver Cromwell (17th century). But obviously, to this day, even the British themselves are "experiencing the law" during the festive season, and the inability to eat meat pies at Christmas is also voted as "the most wonderful regulation in Britain".
Weird regulations of various countries-Spanish women must wear earrings on the street
10. Spanish women must wear earrings on the street
If a woman does not wear earrings on the street, it seems to the Spanish that the normal person is not wearing clothes. It is a joke, which should be difficult for women who have no piercings.
Weird regulations of various countries-Italian church avoid shorts and sleeveless tops
11. Italian church bogey shorts and sleeveless tops
If you plan to go to an Italian church in a warm climate, don’t just bring shorts and sleeveless tops when you set off. Tourists who go to the Italian Cathedral and the Catholic Cathedral must be cautious. No matter whether they are men or women, shorts and sleeveless tops are not allowed. There will be guards or parishioners at the entrance of the church, so remember to bring a long-sleeved shirt or other pullovers when you leave.
Weird laws and regulations in various countries
12. The United States can chop cactus for 25 years
Unlawful felling of cacti in Arizona is illegal and can be sentenced to up to 25 years in prison. Therefore, tourists who travel there must not think of "take some cactus home as a memorial".
Weird regulations of various countries-Germany does not allow parking on highways
13. Germany does not allow parking on highways
If it’s safer and cooler to drive on German highways, then the laws and regulations related to highways will keep you on thin ice and you can’t let go. Because, if you are driving on a highway, it is illegal to run halfway. Suppose you find a gap in the middle of the driveway and you can drag the car, hoping to find some gasoline, but don’t forget that walking on the highway is also illegal. Because the above behavior will hinder others from driving, a fine of less than $100 will be imposed, and there will be separate penalties for running a car without gas and walking on high speed.
Weird regulations of various countries-France and England prohibit people from kissing at the train station
14. France and England prohibit people from kissing at the train station
From April 5, 1910 onwards, the French lost their chances at the railway station. It is said that this rule is to prevent the phenomenon of train delays caused by the inseparable relationship between lovers. But now it seems that the law has not been heard. Is it a coincidence? The British Virgin Train Company also posted a "no kissing" notice at Warrington Riverside Pier Railway Station in northwest England.
At present, the above behavior will not be punished in France. However, couples who have been reluctant to stay at the Warrington Riverside Pier Railway Station may have to be invited by the staff to say goodbye to the "kissing area" near the parking lot.
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