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Travel Vlogger’s Viral Video Reveals India’s Modest Beachwear Customs

Social media users have debated cultural norms at Indian beaches after the clip sparked widespread discussion.

Man’s Instagram video goes viral. Image Source: ‘georgebxckley’/ Instagram

Overview

  • Travel vlogger George Buckley’s Instagram clip from a Goa beach captured his surprise at seeing beachgoers fully dressed.
  • He later removed his shirt and noted that while shirtlessness was permitted, most visitors opted to stay covered.
  • The video accumulated more than 19,000 likes and prompted mixed reactions online about differing beachwear cultures.
  • Many Indian users explained that modest beach attire reflects cultural sensitivity toward showing skin.
  • Some commenters also offered safety advice, cautioning tourists against leaving personal belongings unattended on the sand.