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imnude2
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Posted - 09/02/2006 : 03:02:07 AM
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Hi Everyone,
I just read these posts & I am wondering if there are any changes in attitudes/views on nudism in any of these counties and are there any new countries not listed that are opening there doors to nudism/nudists lifestyle?? It would be nice to see what is going on in other countries.
Just wondering...
Sincerely,
ImNude2
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Tuffers
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Posted - 09/30/2006 : 1:25:47 PM
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Mrs Tuffers and I love the island of Cyprus but I understand that naturism is illegal. What a shame because there are unspoilt beaches crying out to be used for nude sunbathing. I know there are some unofficial beaches but the police are quite hot on anyone practising nudism. When we were there in 2004 we came across an almost deserted beach but with a large sign threatening prosecution to anyone caught bearing all. There are no nudist resorts on the island so Mrs T can only go topless and I suffer the indignity of wearing horrible swim wear YUK!!!!
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Drrummer
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Posted - 01/21/2007 : 10:13:15 PM
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Hi folks. Just thought id make a contribution about Ireland.
I am unsure as to the legal status of public nudity in Ireland. I do know that to be naked within view of the public, even in your own home or on your own property is punishable by law. However, i believe that whomever might be pressing charges has to prove that you were doing it to cause offence or in a way that was challenging public decency.
As far as general opinions go, i fell it is quite mixed. I have asked around several people from Ireland and got very different responses. Some of the comments that were made included things like;
*People who were not not bothered but not interested.
*Others are against it because they object to seeing people nude.
*Others dont mind it but have a 'not in my back yard attitude'.
*And finally, the funniest i found to be was the ones who dont object, as long as it was away from children.
This last one,i think, is typical of people equating nudity to sex/lewdness.
There are several areas in and around Dublin and Wicklow where public nudity is practiced. There are also areas in other parts of the country. They are all unofficial but somewhat accepted by locals due to the discreet way in which the areas are used. By the way, anyone may contact me if visiting Ireland and want some info or directions as these areas are not the easiest to find.
Finally, i would like to get some opionions of people. This may be a little off topic for this thread and mods may wish to redirect it to a more appropriate thread.
1. Is there anyone here who enjoys nude recreation for all the freedom it provides and the non-sexual aspect to it but whom also has a Voyeuristic/Exhibitionistic side to their personality. I do but i keep both sides of my personality seperate to suit the place and situation i am in.
2. If a textiler would normally compliment someone on their eyes, or hair or other visible physical feature, is it acceptable for nudists/naturists to do the same except apply it to genitals, breasts or other not-normally seen body parts ? Plus, if you are practicing social nudity, should you allow children to sit on your lap, as you would when you are clothed ?
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JoMulholland
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 Posted - 01/22/2007 : 12:40:52 AM
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Only in Holland. Only the Dutch, by Marc Resch would give you an insight. I left the country 50 years ago but doubt that there are no rules re pornography at all. In many ways, the Dutch have many other 'restrictions'. I mean it's more complex than being 'advanced'; 'having no rules' but certainly more understanding than some of the people that Australian naturists are up against.
When I left, the country was clearly divided between protestant north and catholic south. (I was born in he middle.) That part of- and the rest of pillarisation clearly disappeared.
Jo
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quote:
Originally posted by eva-germany
I guess the most advanced is the Netherlands.
Most Dutchman are into camping.
The country with the less window dressing in the world.
Nearly no rules against anything pornography.
It is legal to by weed in licenses coffee houses and such.
They are very open in all sexual kind of things and educate the children early in school about sex and unwanted pregnancy.
No wonder the Netherlands is the country with the least teenager pregnancies.
(check the statistics in the USA and you will understand some things better)
Abortion is legal, so when there was a issue about that in Germany bus loads of pregnant women were traveling to the Netherlands.
I have no idea about religion, but I think it is not a big topic there.
eVa ~ thymoma cancer survivor http://thymoma.de šOš webmistress of The Openminded Nudist Board
Naturism is for every body.
See you at River Island.
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eva-germany
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Posted - 01/31/2007 : 8:36:36 PM
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Living now in Spain, I like to share some light on this extraordinary country.
NUDITY IN PUBLIC PLACES
It s fundamental right according to the constitution to be nude in
any public place such as parks, beaches, lakes and rivers. It is
not illegal in fact to be naked anywhere in Spain, according to the
constitution, however pubic acceptance would not take kindly to
your bank manager being naked at work for example.
The constitution clearly states that "one has the right to
oneīs own image and clothing or absence thereof."
It is interesting to note that the many nudist beaches set aside for
the naturist in Spain are illegal in themselves. This is because by
setting aside these authorised areas it indicates that other areas
of a beach are where clothes must be worn, which in itself is
untrue and unlawful as you may be naked in any open space
anywhere in Spain.
So enjoy the freedom only found in this fabulous country to be
naked as and where you wish and to have sex in open spaces
without the fear of being arrested or harassed by authorities.
SEX IN BARS, CLUBS, SAUNAS AND PUBLIC SPACES
It is not illegal to have sex on private premises such as bars,
clubs, saunas if all concerned parties are consenting
and of legal age. It is also not illegal to have sex in open spaces
such as the nudist beach provided that.
1. All persons are consenting and of legal age.
2. It is not in the presence of minors or those with learning
disabilities.
IT IS NOT ILLEGAL TO BE GAY IN SPAIN
Homosexuality has been decriminalised in Spain since 1822. The
legal age of consent for heterosexual and homosexual persons
has been13 since 1999 prior to this it was 12. Spain also gives
rights to trans gendered persons by allowing gender
reassignment to be included in birth registers.
eVa ~ thymoma cancer survivor http://thymoma.de šOš webmistress of The Openminded Nudist Board
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JoMulholland
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Posted - 04/23/2007 : 06:50:56 AM
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quote:
Originally posted by eva-germany
I guess the most advanced is the Netherlands.
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I have no idea about religion, but I think it is not a big topic there.
eVa ~ thymoma cancer survivor http://thymoma.de šOš webmistress of The Openminded Nudist Board
When we left there, 50 years ago, in April, 1956, the southern half was basically catholic and the northern half protestant. We came from Gouda, in the middle.
My impression is that the Dutch who migrated, here, to Australia, were looking for the sun, the warmth and a little more keen than some other natonalities, to enjoy that all-over, naturally.
I've said (written) it before and I'll write it again: Only in Holland. Only the Dutch! (by Mark Resch).
Jo
Naturism is for every body.
See you at River Island.
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wirral_naturst
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Posted - 05/30/2007 : 12:25:28 PM
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Originally posted by Telly
Hello everyone!
I'm new to this forum, and also to naturism as of this summer.
I just wanted to mention Greece, since it's a little piece of paradise with over 2000 island and islets and the mainland being a peninsula is surrounded by water as well... Naturism... there are a number of clubs and resorts which specifically cater nudist, although I would recommend also travelling around the islands which in most cases have plenty of beaches which cater textiles and nudist.
In a growing number of beaches around the islands, naturism is gaining followers, and more and more beaches are becoming clothes optional. I would recommend Captain Barefoots guide to the Greek islands regarding information on beaches and accomidations which cater to naturism.
http://www.geocities.com/HotSprings/1794/greekgde.html
Greetings to one and all - also my first post here (there seems to be no "Introduce yourself" forum); some, Cheri for instance, may recognise the handle becuase I've used it in other forums. Anyway, to the point: my wife and I have been to the Greek island of Crete a number of times and specifically to two naturist resorts. Plakias was a naturist resort but I believe has reverted to being textile again now, but around the coast (the southern coast that is) is the Vritomartis Hotel & Bungalows (www.vritomartis.gr).
We may try to get back there again this year (or better still Cap d'Age!) and if so will post reports.
As to attitudes in the UK, more accepted than perhaps the US but not so widely as Europe (but then it's not so warm here which may have a "bearing" on things)).
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Asianaturist
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Posted - 06/28/2007 : 02:37:09 AM
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Public nudity is banned in Taiwan, so there are no naturist beaches, resorts, or public organizations.
There are Taiwanese naturists however, who hike on distant mountain paths or meet in small secretive groups.
There has been rising media coverage of overseas nude events, such as nude cruises, Spencer Tunick photo shoots, World Naked Bike Ride, and so on, and I must say the quality of the reporting has improved from a 'making fun of nudity' attitude to more respect and understanding. Pictures in the paper or on TV are never all-nude, the 'three points' as the offensive bits of the body are described in Chinese, are always made fuzzy and unclear, if not kept out of view completely.
The fact that many Taiwanese travel and study overseas makes me optimistic for the prospects of naturism here in the future, because most Taiwanese who know about naturism - and want to become naturists themselves - have their first impression during a foreign trip.
Asia ... As Naked As Possible
http://asianaturist.blogspot.com
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alan46
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Posted - 03/05/2008 : 1:57:03 PM
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Germans are really very open about nudism. There are beaches in the north, though it is windy and cold most of the time. But in the cities, Germany has lots of mixed nude saunas which are very nice. Cities like Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Baden Baden, Wiesbaden all have them
People are relaxed about everything. sometimes the saunas are outside, and in the summer there are gardens or terraces where the bathers can get some sun and nap...
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reinhard
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Posted - 03/10/2008 : 08:34:04 AM
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Quote: " Do you know something about the attitudes about nudists in various countries?"
I know and I can write.
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DENMARK
Common rule is: In all Denmark's beaches it is permit to be topless and nude if there are not any special signs of local landlords against it.
The forbid signs are rarity.
Half- naked and completely naked women are usual (and common) event in the most part of beaches of Denmark.
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IRELAND
Nudism is illegal in Ireland.
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UNITED KINGDOM
In usual beaches
Nudism is legal but in nudist beaches only.
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FRANCE
Female topless is permit (and common) in all beaches.
But total nudity it is legal on the special nudist beaches only.
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ITALY
Female topless is permit in usual beaches. And in usual beaches of Tropea(Calabria province) and Palermo(Sicilia province) total nudity it is legal for women only.
But total male nudity it is legal on the special nudist beaches only. In naturist beach of Roma in lake Martignano there are special rules the naturist beach is forbid for children, for person with music and with dogs.
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SPAIN
Nudism is legal.
There are 500 nudist beaches in Spain.
Spanish legislation does not forbid a nudity in public places and persons can
be totally nude in streets od Barcelona, Madrid and any other spanish cities.
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NETHERLANDS
In Netherlands there are a lot of legal items are forbidden in the most part of the world.
In the Netherlands a naturism is legal since 1973. In the all beaches of the Netherlands there are a place for naturists.
Female topless in usual beaches is legal and common.
Notes about some strange laws of Netherlands: Prostitution and brothels are legal. Drugs is legal. Euthanasia is legal.
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GERMANY
Germany is a homeland of naturism.(since 1903th year)
Naturism (FKK) is very popular rest in Germany and naturist beaches exist everywhere in Germany even in small towns.
In usual German beaches there are permit female toples (and common).
But total nudity in Germany is legal on nudist beaches only.
(unlike the Denmark where total nudity it is allow and in the most usual beaches)
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CROATIA
Nudism is legal.
Croatian Istria is an area of one of the oldest and one of biggest nude beaches in Europe.
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RUSSIA
Female topless is permit on the usual beaches but the most part of Russian women did prefer a swim-suit.
A total nudity it is legal in Russia but in the special nudist beaches only. Nudist beaches
is exist in area of big cities like Moscow, St-Petersbourg etc., but the most part of Russian cities has not any "official" nudist beaches.
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USA and CANADA
The most part of beaches are non-nudist beaches.Basic rule for usual US beaches are swim-suit. No topless.
But total nudity it is legal on the special nudist beaches only.
Local legislation of the New-Jersey did published some laws against naturism.
But the big Gunnison beach is out of the New-Jersey's rule, because it is situated on federal land.
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MEXICO
Mexican laws does not allow naturism.
Mexico does not have legal nudist beaches.
In usual beaches it is n
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SOUTHERN AMERICA.
Nudiasm legal in Brazil, Chile, Uruguay and Argentina only. In all another countries of the Southern and Central America nudism ids illegal.
In Uruguay a woman in the most part of usual beach can be topless.
In Brazil during a carnaval week women can dance with nude buttocks and with nude breasts.But genitals must be covered.
But total nudity in Brazil is legal on nudist beaches only.
Note: A part of Indian tribes of Amazon river , include a basin of Xingu river are totally nude tribes.
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AUSTRALIA
Nudsm is popular in Australia.
Different Australian states have different local laws. Queensland do not have legal naturist beaches. But the laws of the New South Wales has the legal nudist beaches.
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ISLAMIC COUNTRIES OF ASIA AND AFRICA:
Naturism is forbidden.
Female topless on the beaches it is forbidden too.
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TROPICAL AFRICA (south to Sakhara desert).
In african villages female with nude breasts it is common.
But total public nudity is legal for children only.
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JAPAN
Nudist beaches is illegal in Japan.
But for Japan public baths there are "kon'yoku" mixed baths with male and female nude bathers together.
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CHINA
Nudism is forbidden.
Female topless is forbidden.
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INDIA
Nudism are forbidden in the most part of India.Topless are forbidden in the most part of India.
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SunlovingMatt
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Posted - 10/05/2008 : 12:09:12 AM
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In Uruguay nudism is fully accepted since it's an extremely tolerant society in some many aspects, but there're legally designated beaches for it (actually only one). In general the attitute in Uruguay is very relaxed.
Argentina is more conservative, and Brazil has other issues beyond acceptance, but I know of some nudist beaches there.
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aaardvark
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Posted - 11/27/2008 : 4:57:54 PM
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quote:
Originally posted by eva-germany
Living now in Spain, I like to share some light on this extraordinary country.
NUDITY IN PUBLIC PLACES
It s fundamental right according to the constitution to be nude in
any public place such as parks, beaches, lakes and rivers. It is
not illegal in fact to be naked anywhere in Spain, according to the
constitution, however pubic acceptance would not take kindly to
your bank manager being naked at work for example.
The constitution clearly states that "one has the right to
oneīs own image and clothing or absence thereof."
It is interesting to note that the many nudist beaches set aside for
the naturist in Spain are illegal in themselves. This is because by
setting aside these authorised areas it indicates that other areas
of a beach are where clothes must be worn, which in itself is
untrue and unlawful as you may be naked in any open space
anywhere in Spain.
So enjoy the freedom only found in this fabulous country to be
naked as and where you wish and to have sex in open spaces
without the fear of being arrested or harassed by authorities.
... It is also not illegal to have sex in open spaces
such as the nudist beach provided that.
1. All persons are consenting and of legal age.
2. It is not in the presence of minors or those with learning
disabilities.
At face-value Spain sounds like a nudist's paradise and I would like to believe this is the case but I'd need further clarification on some things:
Firstly: I live in New Zealand where simple nakedness in public is supposedly "Not illegal". Logic suggests that "Not Illegal" is the same as "Legal" but that is not the case. The party line here in NZ has been that "there are no specific laws" banning nudity. Some over-optimistic naturists have somehow interpreted this to mean that the law allows free-for-all nakedmess anywhere but have discovered the hard way that this is not so. Other laws regarding public nuisance, the bylegal right of local authorities to manage public land under their jurisdiction etc have all been bought into play at various times to prohibit nakedness on beaches.
Similarly, I wonder if there is an over-optimistic reliance on the Spanish constitution to protect the right to be publicly naked. In NZ we have something similar enshrined in Human Rights legislation but again, the situation is not so legally clear-cut. There are various acts of parliament that can be bought into play to curtail certain individual freedoms and the "Acts Interpretation Act" states how the other acts of parliament are interpreted and which acts take precedence over others - there is a pecking order of some sort. I suspect the legislative process is similar in many other countries.
This makes the legal situation regarding public nakedness quite muddy. We should also be mindful that the law isn't just about being 'legally' right but having the resources to prove you are - the law is a set of power relations and those with the money to fight tend to do better in the process than John and Joanne Citizen of modest means. If we are taliking for example about the right to be nude on a beach or have sex on a public beach, other groups could also argue that they have a legal right to not be exposed to it. I'm not confident that interference-free public sex would be tolerated anywhere in the World, Spain included.
Spain sounds ideal if this post is absolutely accurate and if it is, Spain sounds like the right place for me to semi-retire but the cynic in me suggests that it is not this simple. And "Harrasment by the authority" takes many forms other than just arrest - if a person in a uniform with a gun tells you to do something, it's generally a good idea to do it and argue the legal niceties afterwards. Have any of these situations been tested in case law?
And finally - just because something's legal, that doesn't give us licence to offend the locals. There are plenty of places in the World where public nakedness used to be accepted until the locals and the authorities got fed up with it. Laws can be changed and constitutions amended.
I'm sorry to sound so cycnical but practical experience in my own country has shown that what is theoretically okay is not what actually happens but could someone clarify the situation regarding "Nude" tolerance in Spain. This sounds too good to be true and this is one thread where I really want to be proven wrong.
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I've heard that nudism is not widely practiced in Antarctica.
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Rodders
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Posted - 11/28/2008 : 1:15:06 PM
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The penguins go skinny dipping daily in Antartica.
As for Spain, the beaches are not all full of nudists, but most resorts / areas have coves and beaches where nudism is the norm. These tend to be those not right on the sea front of a town or city. Given the time that Spain has allowed naturism it really has caught on not only by tourists but also by the Spanish and it's a common sight to see people arriving after work or during lunch breaks for some nude sunning & swimming. Paradise is like Utopia, a very hard place to find but Spain with it's good climate aint't half bad. I've never seen a naked person on the streets of the towns and cities though.
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aaardvark
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 Posted - 11/30/2008 : 11:03:17 PM
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Originally posted by Rodders
As for Spain, the beaches are not all full of nudists, but most resorts / areas have coves and beaches where nudism is the norm. These tend to be those not right on the sea front of a town or city. Given the time that Spain has allowed naturism it really has caught on not only by tourists but also by the Spanish and it's a common sight to see people arriving after work or during lunch breaks for some nude sunning & swimming. Paradise is like Utopia, a very hard place to find but Spain with it's good climate aint't half bad. I've never seen a naked person on the streets of the towns and cities though.
Rod
THis sounds very encouraging. Though it doesn't answer my queries over the law, it's encouraging to see a place actually opening up to nudism when many other places seem to be experiencing difficulties. I just hope Spain doesn't go through a conservative backlash where the moralist-prudes 'organise' and lobby the authorities to change or clamp down on it. Spain sounds like the place to be.
And Honeysuckle: maybe nudism is more common than we think in Antarctica. From what I've heard from a couple of people who were down there for the summer, on "sunny" days if one built a wind shelter and surrounded it with tinfoil, one could strip off and get an all-over tan. I don't know how frequently they did that though.. Then there was Billy Connolly in his TV special on his trip to Antarctica got naked and did a dance on the ice...
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