Social Life in Bhutan
Behavior
The Bhutanese are somewhat conservative in most aspects of their lives partially due to their Buddhist faith, which preaches modesty. The people are also somewhat isolated so are not well aware of outside customs and traditions, meaning what you may consider normal, may be interpreted as offensive by the Bhutanese. Fortunately, curiosity often trumps offence in the country and the people are rarely outgoing enough to question your poor behaviors.
Most importantly, try to be modest and respectful; in other words, avoid sensitive conversation topics, such as politics, finances, religion, and business unless initiated by your local counterpart. This is particularly true in regards to the government as speaking out against the royal family or the political situation in the country is frowned upon. Also try to avoid being loud, rude, showing off wealth, or getting noticeably drunk in public.
Although nearly everyone who visits Bhutan does so with a tour guide who will assist you in how to act, if in the presence of Hindus be sure to avoid beef as cows are sacred in Hinduism.