China

Welcome to China

China is the third largest country in the world after Russia and Canada. Over the past 10 years tourism to China has been on a steady increase with the significant improvement of accommodation and overall tourism facilities. With so much to do and see in China it’s hard to imagine that anybody could really make a dent in an overview of this magnificent country without a series of repeat visits. From the Great Wall to the Great Temples you will find many things to visit in this land of abundance and ancient antiquity.

China was the celebrated host of the 2008 Olympic Games and popularity was high as ever with visitors travelling to China from all corners of the earth to view the competitions. Despite media coverage of the tensions with Tibet, it is anticipated that China will spare no expense to show the world that it is capable of displaying a fine spectacle of athletic performances.

From the paddy fields to the hustle and bustle of the major cities China will captivate your imagination as you attempt to absorb the diverse lifestyle that the Chinese have adopted over many thousands of years of cultural development.

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Here are some interesting facts for you...

Official Name - The Peoples Republic of China
Capital City - Beijing
Language - Chinese
Religion - Confucius, Taoism, Buddhism
Currency - Yuan Renminbi (Y) CNY
Time difference from GMT +8 hrs
Electricity & Voltage - 220V 50HZ
Weights & Measures - Metric
Country Dialling Code (+86)
Population - 1,286,975,468

Weather in China
Taking into consideration at all times the overall size of China you will not be surprised to learn that it has a variety of climatic conditions. In the winter cold air is blown in from the Asian continent creating dry winters on the whole which often leads to high levels of dust in the air from the Gobi Desert. The summer season is hot as to be expected with the Pacific Ocean providing plenty of rain where necessary and humidity can often reach uncomfortable.

To gain entry into China, on a single or double entry basis, a full passport with at least 6 months validity must be produced by all nationals from Britain, Australia, Canada, USA and other EU states. For multiple entries a validity of at least 9 months must be shown.

Note: China does not recognise any form of dual nationality. Travellers with HIV are not allowed to enter the country. Those wishing to travel to Tibet are advised to join a travel group; also individual travellers are required to produce an Alien’s Travel Permit which is issued by the Tibetan Tourism Bureau along with their Chinese Visa.

A visa and proof of a return ticket is required by all nationals of Britain, Australia, Canada, USA and other EU states. Nationals of the UK travelling to Hong Kong are not required to obtain a visa for stays of no longer than 180 days. Nationals of Britain, Australia, Canada and other EU states are not required to obtain a visa if visiting Macao for stays of up to 90 days; nationals of USA may only visit Macao for a maximum of 30 days without obtaining a visa; and nationals of the UK for a maximum stay of 6 months.

All transit passengers who are continuing their journey by the same or first connecting flight to another country within 24 hours and who hold valid onward documentation and do not leave the airport at any time are also exempt from needing to have a visa.

Note: All journalists must now apply for accreditation from the press department of the Chinese Embassy prior to visa application.

Important: The information that we display is for guidance only, we recommend that all travellers visit the official British Government website for international travel advice by clicking here

Note: For specific information relating to all passport and visa issues travellers are advised to contact the Embassy of the Peoples Republic of China in the UK by clicking here

Important: The information that we display is for guidance only, we recommend that all travellers visit the official British Government website for international travel advice by clicking here