Restrooms, such a strange topic but oh so interesting when traveling. I’ll never forget the first time I took students abroad. One young lady decided to use the facilities in a major airport; when she emerged her eyes were as big as saucers; “The seats move!”
Ever notice the numerous ways to flush; assuming they do flush? Push the little button for a little flush and the big button if you need a greater force! Or pull up the knob instead of pushing down. Or pull a chain, but be careful as you may be pulling the ‘need help’ light.
Here many expats check the toilets out before deciding on the restaurant, or at least on what to drink. And there is a good reason to do so. Some of the more popular restaurants have what t is un-affectionately called ‘squatty potties’. They are just what you vision – two white slabs of porcelain placed on opposite sides of a hole. Use it but be sure of your aim; and beware when you pull the chain. Water may whoosh all over the place. How women do it in heels I have no idea. On the other extreme I’ve used public facilities that boast painted porcelain sinks with individual hand towels you use then throw in a basket to be washed. Though one of the most unique is the one mentioned in an earlier blog –at theater restroom with glass doors! At least the stall doors were non-see through!
Oh no! Went to an Indian restaurant tonight and found a new idea. The floor was covered with these little green mats that looked like plants I have put in rock gardens. But the most amazing, or disconcerting feature, was the wall facing the toilet. It was one huge mirror! Now why would you want to see that?
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