I am going to try to explain a very important and basic function of daily life in the Philippines, using the banyo or comfort room (CR). Nasaan po ang banyo? First, you have to find a CR. This is not easy because not all homes and businesses have indoor plumbing. When you do find a CR, then you have to know some basics: have your own toilet paper or use the water method of rinsing. You squat over the toilet which does not have a seat and when you are done, you use the dipper to scoop water out of the bucket. This water is fresh and the container is located under a faucet that helps to refill it periodically. You would have to have a towel with you to finish the procedure but air drying is acceptable. When you are done with the toilet, you must scoop water into the toilet until the bowl has clear clean water in the bottom. After this method of flushing the toilet, you are done in the room since there are no sinks or hand washing facilities. Some rest areas provide sinks in the corridor but the cost for using the toilet and sink is 10 pesos.
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