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Entering Temple with bare foot

This is a common practice not only in Myanmar but many other countries in Asia. This is a very first sign to show your respect to a Buddhist site as well keeping it clean.

Appropriate Clothes

Local villagers always appreciate visitors who wear clothes covering knees and shoulders both for men and women.
t is a good idea to carrt a scaft in your bag. You can use it to cover your upper part when you need and it is good for sun protection too.

Photographing Etiquette

Taking photos with your back pointing to a Buddha statue is considered disrespectful. Generally, you should not do a selfie by a statue. 
Another action that you should not do is to photograph the monks without permission. Burmese people are nice, they usually feel happy to take photos with you.

Good Behavior inside Temple

The first rule is to talk in small voice or keep silent during your visit. Making loud sound is considered as rude. 
Do not show sex affection at any sacred places in Myanmar.
Eating is generally not accepted. 
As part of Buddhism, touching either monk's head or people's head. 
Shaking hand is a friendly action but not with monks !

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