Saudi Arabia is known for its hospitality and guest care. An ancient custom that is still performed in the Saudi culture is that when a guest is invited into the household that they are offered a cup of coffee and date palms ("Customs & Traditions"). Also, when a guest is invited into the household for a meal then they should leave some food on their plate, this is a sign showing that they were satisfied by the mean ("Customs & Traditions").
Traditional garmets are a must for the Saudi to wear. The key thought to keep in mind when dressing is "conceal rather than reveal." Men are to wear a thobe, which is the traditional dress that expresses equality. Women wear an abayah, which is a black cloak. In public that is all you will ever see a woman wear, however beneath it they do wear fashionable clothing and are very proud of their appearance. ("What to Wear in Saudi Arabia").
Customs and traditions regarding the Islamic religion are based on the tenets in the Quran. One big tradition in this culture occurs during the holy month of Ramadan. During this time Muslims are to fast from dawn to dusk, which includes no eating, drinking, or smoking, and they are not allowed to work more than 6 hours in one day. After the sun sets each night durning Ramadan families and friends come together to celebrate the end of the fasting day where these festivities continue late into the night ("Saudi Society & Culture").
Sources:
"What to Wear in Saudi Arabia." Traditional Saudi Arabia Clothing. http://www.users.globalnet.co.uk/~chern/saudi/clothes.html. Accessed May 30, 2009.
"Customs & Traditions").Culture of Saudi Arabia. http://www.asiarooms.com/travel-guide/saudi-arabia/culture-of-saudi-arabia/customs-and-traditions-in-saudi-arabia.html. Accessed May 30, 2009.
"Saudi Society & Culture." Language, Culture, Customs, & Etiquette. http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/resources/global-etiquette/saudi-arabia-country-profile.html. Accessed May 26, 2009.
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