| Temperature |
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Spring ( Mar- May ) : 13ºC - 19ºC
Summer ( Jun- Aug ) : 19ºC - 20ºC
Autumn ( Sep - Oct ) : 15ºC - 18ºC
Winter ( Nov - Feb ) :8ºC -11ºC |
| Currency |
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Renminbi (¥); ¥7.80 = US$1 |
| Visa |
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All visitors arriving in China must ensure that they hold a required visa, as well as a passport with a validity of over 6 months. For enquiries please contact your nearest Chinese Embassy / Consulate |
| Electricity |
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220V, 50 Hz |
| Language Spoken |
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Mandarin and English |
| Getting Around |
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Most hotels have tour buses to places of interest. Make sure you understand whether the fares include the entrance fees for the historic attractions. Hotels also have cars for rent. Taxis are cheap, but be sure to settle a price before getting in, as not all cab drivers use meters. |
| Banks |
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Most banks are open from 9am - 5pm from Mondays to Fridays. Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. |