Manners in Palestine

Greetings

When visiting homes, remove shoes and bring sweets or fruit as gifts, which are appreciated.
Show respect to elders and superiors by placing your right hand on your chest.
Refrain from eating, drinking, and smoking in public during Ramadan daytime.
Check the other person''s preference before directly touching or offering handshakes to women.
When invited, it is polite to taste at least small portions of offered food.
Photography is strictly prohibited at military facilities and checkpoints; obtain permission for photographing people.
During Friday noon prayers, shops close, so plan shopping accordingly.
In negotiations and conversations, don''t rush; conversations over Arabic coffee are important.
The left hand is considered unclean; use your right hand for giving and receiving items.
Avoid excessive physical contact and revealing clothing in public.