Murmansk region's etiquette
Murmansk region's etiquette: En route
➢ Cross the road on a green traffic light and in places where crossing is allowed (they are marked with special road signs), making sure that all cars have stopped.
➢ Do not violate the traffic rules! Roads in the Arctic are often covered with snow and ice, and not having enough experience driving on such roads may lead to accidents.
Murmansk region's etiquette: During a photo hunt for the northern lights
➢ Do not stop on roads or use the roadsides to take photos of the Northern Lights! This is very dangerous. You can be hit by passing cars. Keep yourself safe, use secure areas to watch the Northern Lights.
➢ Do not switch on headlights, flashes or flares while searching for the Northern Lights! This will spoil the photos, confuse other tourists' eyes and reduce the quality of the photos.
Murmansk region's etiquette: In the nature
➢ Do not go to natural areas without an experienced guide. Arctic wilderness is full of dangers: wild animals, severe frost and wind, snow drifts, swampy areas and many others. When choosing a boat for a sea tour, be sure to check that the captain has a license for transporting passengers. Take care and use the knowledge of experienced local guides. You can choose a guide or tour operator for a safe journey on the tour portal murmansk.travel
➢ Be respectful to the Arctic nature! Do not damage the flora and fauna! Remember that the Arctic is one of the most fragile ecosystems on the planet. Vegetation in the Arctic that has been destroyed by people and machines is very slow to regenerate, sometimes it takes decades. If you harm nature in the Arctic, you will harm the whole world because the Arctic is the climate-forming region of our planet.
➢ Do not feed wild animals! It harms both animals (they may die from food they are not used to, or get hit by cars) and people (fed animals may come to populated areas and attack people).
➢ Do not leave any rubbish, even the smallest, anywhere. Throw rubbish into bins and rubbish containers. If you don't know where to put your rubbish, ask locals or guides. When travelling to a natural area, take a bag with you and collect litter in it to take to the nearest bin.
Murmansk region's etiquette: At historic sites and places of memory
➢ Be careful with historical monuments! Do not climb on or jump off monuments or walk on lawns (even if they are covered with snow)!
➢ Pay your respects to the heroes at the "Eternal Flame"! "Eternal Flame" is a symbol of memory of the great heroism of those who gave their lives in struggle for peace. It is not allowed to warm up and light a cigarette at the eternal flame! This is very offensive to the locals. Be dignified in places of remembrance and sorrow.
➢ Respect other people. If someone is standing in front of you, it is not appropriate to cut the queue, push or shout. Keep calm and your turn will definitely come.
Etiquette for interacting with foxes and other animals
These encounters can be a pleasant addition to your journey, but it is important to follow the proper etiquette when interacting with wild animals.
➢ Do not feed the animals. Even if you feel that the fox is begging you to feed it, it is not advisable to do so. Such interaction can only reinforce the association of a person with a food source in the animal's mind. This leads to several unpleasant consequences: the animal becomes accustomed to being fed and loses its hunting skills, which can result in its death. Additionally, the habit of approaching humans can make foxes an easy target for poachers.
➢ It is also important to prioritize your own safety. The fox you encounter may carry a dangerous disease, so it is crucial to avoid getting too close to it.
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