Travel Handbook

Climate in China

Updated:2013-05-13 14:22

The differences in Chinese climates are vast, depending on the location of the provinces.

Tipping

Updated:2013-05-13 14:22

In China, tipping is now accepted by tourist guides and bus drivers.

Photography

Updated:2013-05-13 14:22

Taking photographs or videos of military installations is prohibited. Most museums, palaces, or temples will not allow photograph to be taken.

Medical Service

Updated:2013-05-13 14:22

If traveling in the countryside, there may be no appropriate medical services beyond primary health care.

Media

Updated:2013-05-13 14:22

China Daily, an English-language newspaper, is published in China daily.

Telecommunication

Updated:2013-05-13 14:22

Domestic mail delivery is exceedingly fast and cheap.

Health

Updated:2013-05-13 14:22

There are no special requirements of short-term travelers with the exception of those coming from or via an infected area.

Foreign Currency Conversion

Updated:2013-05-13 14:22

Conversion services are available in China for most foreign currencies. The Chinese bank handles conversion of the above-mentioned foreign currencies into RMB or vice versa.

Temporary Entry

Updated:2013-05-13 14:22

Goods imported in China for display or demonstration at trade shows and exhibitions are exempt from Customs duty, provided they are re-exported within three months.