The majority of people in the country are Muslims, and this fact shapes the everyday life of the region because this religion implies strict following the rules stipulated in the sacred books. For example, it is very hard to find dishes with pork in Pakistan because this animal is considered impure in Islamic culture. It is not rare to see people praying right on the streets. Other people may spontaneously join the prayer, and this applies not only to passersby but also to drivers of public transport. The Pakistanis are very religious people, and so it is very important for them to follow the traditions of Islam.
Local people treat tourists with respect and interest. They are ready to forgive small mistakes in local etiquette and rules if tourists make them unintentionally. However, vacationers shouldn’t speak vile of local traditions and culture. The same applies to criticizing the religion – they will definitely express their disapproval. In Karachi, tourists will have no problems with communication if they can speak basic English, just like in many big cities around the world. However, English might be useless in the countryside even though many signs have copies in other languages. According to statistics, only one-fifth of Pakistan’s population knows English.
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