Customs in Lithuania
Lithuania is located in the geographical center of Europe, on the east coast of the Baltic Sea, bordering Latvia in the north, Russia in the east, Poland in the southwest, and borders Russia's Kaliningrad Oblast, facing the three Nordic countries across the Baltic Sea. The climate is between continental and maritime climate. Winter is longer, rainy, rainy, and less sunshine. The average temperature in January is-4.9 degrees Celsius; summer is shorter and cool, with longer sunshine. The average temperature in July is 17.2 degrees Celsius.
The official language of Lithuania is Lithuania, and all official official materials and documents are written in Lithuania and English. At present, the vast majority of adult residents in Lithuania can communicate proficiently in Russian, and English and German education has begun to be popularized among teenagers.
Lithuania nation is a relatively meticulous and cautious nation. Its lifestyle is close to that of Western countries. It pays more attention to quality of life and pursues enjoyment. Love traveling on rest days and sports. In residential construction and decoration, we pay more attention to the pursuit of comfort and comfort. In terms of dressing, we pay great attention to style and color, and the workmanship is more elegant. We don't think much about fabrics and pay more attention to the quality of the products.
Social customs
The general characteristics of the social customs of Lithuania can be summarized in the following words: it is located in Eastern Europe in Lithuania, and its national character has its own characteristics; it is introverted, elegant and stable, and its appearance and demeanor are not rigid; it likes a quiet environment and is willing to talk softly: "Thirteenth" and "Friday" are bad signs, and it is forbidden to light three cigarettes in one fire; it is tired of whispering in front of people, otherwise it will cause suspicion in life.
There are the following characteristics in terms of details of life: In Lithuania,"please" and "thank you" are very common, even for people who are very familiar with them. When chatting with guests, I am always accustomed to a soft and gentle atmosphere and gentle and elegant scenes. They attach great importance to "ladies first" in social situations. Whether walking, riding, etc., they are accustomed to giving special priority and care to women. They love cleaning and never litter waste in public places. Always be happy to keep the table clean, tidy and beautiful when hosting a banquet. They love red. Think red is the color of joy, joy and victory.
Etiquette
When Lithuania people meet guests on social occasions, they generally shake hands as a courtesy. When meeting in good friendships, most people hug each other. When meeting relatives and friends, kissing rituals are often performed, and kissing the forehead, cheeks, hands, etc. are more appreciated.
Faith Taboo
Most people in Lithuania are Catholic, and a few believe in the Russian Orthodox Church. They are disgusted with people who whisper in front of everyone. Think this is a rude behavior. When eating, they are very taboo about making the tableware rattle randomly. I don't want to hear someone chewing food while eating. They avoid asking others about their salary, age, religion, etc. These are all matters of privacy, and it is impolite to inquire about them. They are very taboo about using one light to light cigarettes for three people. Think this will bring bad luck to people. They are disgusted with the number "13" and "Fridays". Consider "13" and "Friday" as frustrating numbers and dates because they can bring bad luck and disaster. They do not like to eat shrimp and seafood dishes, nor do they like to eat steamed dishes.
Legal national holidays January 1-New Year; February 16-Independence Day; March 11-Restoration of Independence Day; Sunday in April and subsequent Monday-Easter; May 1-Labor Day; First Sunday of May-Mother's Day; June 24-Midsummer Day; July 6-Coronation Day of Mindo Kas (Lithuania National Day); Coronation Day of King Mindogos; August 15-religious festival; November 1-Saints 'Day; Halloween and Day of Mourning for the Dead; December 25 and 26-Christmas Day