Hello.

Peanut_oreo · 2013-09-07T10:26:36+02:00

Explore everyday life in Hanoi as a Muslim in a headscarf. Discuss local reactions and experiences with stares in this vibrant Vietnamese city.

Peanut_oreo Member

Member since 07 September 2013

Peanut_oreoMember07 September 2013 08:26:36

Hello.
I've arrive Hanoi less than a week and I cant help to notice that the locals like to stare. Is it normal? Im muslim btw and wear headscarf. Is it something new to them since m sure there are Muslim community in Vn too.

charmavietnam ViP

Member since 17 April 2013

charmavietnamViP07 September 2013 08:31:39

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You don't need to worry about that actually
Purdah/burqa is rare here. Moreover you are a foreigner. They like foreigners. Not for harming. Be friendly with locals.

Peanut_oreo Member

Member since 07 September 2013

Peanut_oreoMember07 September 2013 09:14:59

Thank you for the information.
I was getting a bit worry since its my first time in Vietnam.

GuestPoster568 Guest

GuestPoster568Guest07 September 2013 09:25:15

Welcome to VN. Just treat people the way you like to be treated. Remember, what other people think of you is none of your business!

charmavietnam ViP

Member since 17 April 2013

charmavietnamViP07 September 2013 09:25:24

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You are welcome!
Also be careful with your valuables when you go out.
'Some one' like foreign goods!

Peanut_oreo Member

Member since 07 September 2013

Peanut_oreoMember07 September 2013 09:35:07

Thank you Solo1.
Will do.

Peanut_oreo Member

Member since 07 September 2013

Peanut_oreoMember07 September 2013 09:36:16

charmavietnam, yes sir!

rabbit94 Member

Member since 09 October 2012

rabbit94Member07 September 2013 12:42:22

Hello!

Welcome to Vietnam. Will be fine. Enjoy life here.
It's nice to meet you.

Kim

Peanut_oreo Member

Member since 07 September 2013

Peanut_oreoMember07 September 2013 13:50:48

Thank you Kim

lehong New member

Member since 02 May 2013

lehongNew member09 September 2013 07:01:52

#10

Dear friend,

Welcome to Vietnam!
I also have a friend who are muslim and wear headscarf.
But it's no problem, pls do not worry.
If you are new in here you can have a look at my blog for some experiences shared for staying here:

Wishing you the best!

Cheers,
Hong

BIGJED1975 Contributor

Member since 03 June 2013

BIGJED1975Contributor09 September 2013 08:08:24

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Relax and enjoy the namness. I'm 6 ft 4 with a huge beard and beer belly. So I great the long look and even a belly rub. I've not met anyone out to hurt me but you always need to be careful .

GuestPoster568 Guest

GuestPoster568Guest09 September 2013 08:56:23

#12

Hi,

Actually they are minority of Muslim in Vietnam. I guest there not many seen in Hanoi..

.

GuestPoster568 Guest

GuestPoster568Guest09 September 2013 08:56:55

#13

BIGJED1975 wrote:
Relax and enjoy the namness. I'm 6 ft 4 with a huge beard and beer belly. So I great the long look and even a belly rub. I've not met anyone out to hurt me but you always need to be careful .

At 6'4" not many would even attempt to hurt you!! Will you be my friend??

Peanut_oreo Member

Member since 07 September 2013

Peanut_oreoMember09 September 2013 09:36:48

#14

Thank you for all the information and advices.
It really helps me a lot.
Especially the fall semester officially starts today so its like 1:2000.
Will keep in mind that im showing them something new.