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Chinese public holidays

2010-08-16
China has 7 legal holidays in a year, including New Year's Day, Spring Festival, Qingming Festival, May Day, Dragon Boat Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day.

Climate in China

2010-08-16
The differences in Chinese climates are vast, depending on the location of the provinces.

Tipping

2010-05-17
In China, tipping is now accepted by tourist guides and bus drivers.

Photography

2010-05-17
Taking photographs or videos of military installations is prohibited. Most museums, palaces, or temples will not allow photograph to be taken.

Medical Service

2010-05-17
If traveling in the countryside, there may be no appropriate medical services beyond primary health care.

Media

2010-05-17
China Daily, an English-language newspaper, is published in China daily.