Sahih Muslim 2564: "Verily Allah does not look to your appearances and your wealth but He looks to your heart and to your deeds." Except if you're wearing shorts. Then He very much is judgmental of your looks and won't even look at your heart and deeds until you wear the right dress code. Khaki_Banda. • 2 yr. ago. Tourists should avoid revealing or overly tight clothing. Both men and women can not wear sleeveless tops, short skirts or shorts, and low-cut or tight-fitting clothing. In some synagogues, particularly orthodox or traditional ones, men are required to wear a kippah. Nonjewish tourists do not need the kippah, however. A tallit is a Jewish prayer shawl that is worn over the shoulders during prayer service, Shabbat, and on other important occasions. The tzitzit addition to the garment worn by Jewish people is in obedience to God's commandment in the Torah. Wearing tzitzit fulfills two Torah laws, including Number 37, a section known as Parshat Shlah. Comfortable, strong shoes are a must (that could be sneakers/trainers or good leather shoes). Sandals can be worn, but you will suffer from dust /sand and the streets of Cairo are not clean; there are often mud puddles, too, so, in general, having closed shoes is the better option. This is not the time to make a fashion statement. Additionally, many religious sites require modest dress. These factors can all influence what you should wear as a tourist in Israel. As a general rule, tourists in Israel should dress modestly and comfortably. This means avoiding revealing clothing like shorts, tank tops, and low-cut tops. Well, yes and no! There really is no dress code in Egypt for tourists. But, you should know that Egyptian men dress rather smartly and are rather conservative – both the Islamic majority and the Christian minority. You will see most men in shirts, long trousers, and leather shoes. Rather no jeans, no t-shirts. For example, you can pair your leggings with a loose-fitting tunic or a flowy long cardigan. You could also wear your leggings under a skirt or a flowing maxi dress. Go for vibrant prints and colors to add a touch of personality to your outfit. Such looks add depth and dimension to your look and provide modesty in line with cultural norms. Re: Appropriate Dress for Holy Sites. For the Western Wall - men should wear long pants -- you can often get away with shorts that are below the knee. You need short sleeves and a kipa or other head covering. For women pants or a skirt or dress that reaches the knees, short sleeves, no bare midriffs, no low necklines. 5 days ago · Yes, you can wear shorts when visiting markets and shopping districts in Israel, especially during the hot summer months. Israeli markets are vibrant and bustling, and dressing comfortably in shorts is a common choice among tourists as well as locals. 10. Are there any areas in Israel where wearing shorts is not recommended? MEPS dress code requires you to wear neat, clean, moderate, and comfortable clothes such as clean underwear, a collared shirt/blouse, pants, and closed-toed shoes. Avoid jewelry, hats, sweatpants, or leggings. Clothing with logos or offensive words is not permitted. Having a professional and modest appearance during the MEPS can help you hxPN0.