Customs and customs in Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia is located in the middle of the Windward Islands in the Eastern Caribbean Sea, bordering Martinique to the north and Saint Vincent to the southwest. It is part of the Lesser Antilles. The official and common language of Saint Lucia is English. Patois (also known as Creole) is widely spoken by local residents.

Saint Lucia is a volcanic island with the only volcano in the world that you can drive to and watch-Soufriere Volcano. There is abundant rainfall, the island is mountainous and densely forested; most of the residents live in coastal and river valleys.

People in the country shook hands, greeted each other, and said goodbye. Close friends hug and pat on the shoulder when they meet. In and out of public places and getting on and off buses, women should be given priority. When you visit your host's house or attend a banquet, you usually have to bring some gifts.

Young men in Saint Lucia encounter cats and snakes on the way to propose to girls, which is regarded as an ominous sign, while meeting a weasel is regarded as a good sign. During the wedding, the bride and groom stand in the same basket and sprinkle rice with each other. On this day, the groom will also apply some red powder on the bride's forehead to build an auspicious sign.

The urban buildings in Saint Lucia are European, with high-rise buildings and garden-style bungalows. The tourism industry in this country is very developed, and beautiful hotels, restaurants, and villas can be seen everywhere in urban and rural areas. Residents 'clothes are relatively simple. Due to the hot climate all year round, people wear short-sleeved dresses more often. Wear suits and leather shoes for formal occasions. The main foods of residents are rice, corn, bread, fish and shrimp, chicken, beef, eggs, vegetables, beans, fruits, etc. The main drinks are Coca-Cola, tea, coffee, beer, dragon wine, etc. The folk customs of Saint Lucia are very strange, and both men and women like to be fat.

Note: Hotels usually apply a service charge of 10$Cts%$and a 5% accommodation tax; tips for restaurants and taxis are 10%.

Public holidays: New Year (January 1-2), Independence Day (February 22), Good Friday, Rebirth Day, Rest Day (May 1), Advent of the Holy Spirit, Eucharist of Christ, Bondage Day (August 1), National Day (December 13), Christmas Day (December 25-26).