As Indians, we come across everyday superstitions and some unbelievable ones, from friends or family. Curious about what happens in other countries, we found the following interesting and funny superstitions from different regions of the world.
No Chewing Gum at Night (Turkey)
No Chewing Gum at Night (Turkey)
Fancy freshening up before a dinner date with a mint flavoured chewing gum. Well you better not if you are in Turkey! They believe that it is like chewing the flesh of the dead.
Look for a Goat Before You Do Anything Important (England)
Look for a Goat Before You Do Anything Important (England)
It is believed that goats will absorb all the bad karma and evil around you, hence the belief to look for a goat before doing anything important.
When You Pass a Grave, Tuck Your Thumb In (Japan)
When You Pass a Grave, Tuck Your Thumb in (Japan)
The Japanese call the thumb “parent finger”. Hence it is believed that you have to protect your parents by covering the thumb if you are passing by a grave.
Bird Poop on Your House = You Will Be Rich! (Russia)
Bird Poop on Your House = You Will Be Rich! (Russia)
In Russia, bird poo is not such a bad thing. If a bird defecates on your house, it means riches are on its way to your house.
If Your Skirt Turns Up, You Will Get a New Dress (England)
If Your Skirt Turns Up, You Will Get a New Dress (England)
Don’t be annoyed if your skirt turns up every now and then. It means you are you are going to get a new dress.
