concept   stairs
culture   Eastern countries
statement   In Eastern countries, stairs are used for exercise, meditation, and socializing, with specific customs for staircases and stairwells.
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1 staircase Eastern countries It's customary to remove shoes before walking up a staircase in a home. 1
2 stairs down Eastern cultures Considered inauspicious as it symbolizes descending or decline 1
3 stairs up Eastern countries In Eastern countries, it is common to walk up stairs as a form of exercise, often seen in traditional martial arts training. 1
4 stairs up Eastern countries Stairs up may also be seen as a place for quiet meditation or relaxation 1
5 stairwell Eastern countries Stairwells are typically used for emergency exits only, and using them for exercise may be seen as unusual. 1
6 stairwell eastern countries Stairwells are often open and well-lit, and can be a common area for socializing in residential buildings. 1