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This section offers general tips about visiting or living in Beijing.
The Basics
Money
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The money used in
Beijing is the Chinese RenMinBi, or RMB for short. The Chinese call it
Yuan or Kuai (in Beijing). There are approximately 8 RMB to the US
dollar.
Cash Machines / ATMs |
Weather
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Weather in Beijing comes in four
seasons with two extremes. In summer it can be oppressively hot, and winter
freezing cold. |
Safety
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On the whole, Beijing is a pretty
safe place. Your greatest dangers include crossing the road and paying
much more than you should for your souvenirs. |
Where is
Beijing ?
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Beijing is located near the north
east corner of China and is the nation's capital city. It is
surprisingly far from any other cities in China which you may have heard of. |
Shopping
Bargaining / Haggling
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Bargaining is part of the culture
of Beijing and in most places, especially markets, you'd better be well
prepared. |
Fake Goods
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Fake brand names are still rather
easy to find in Beijing despite China's entry into the WTO, so be careful,
unless that's what you're shopping for. |
Groceries
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Grocery shopping in Beijing is
becoming more and more western by the day. Almost all home comforts
can be found, if you have the money. |
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