- 37 sites inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, including the Great Wall, Forbidden City in Beijing, the classical gardens in Suzhou, misty peaks of Huangshan

- Typical cuisine - "chinese food" - the most common in the world

- Martial arts

- Opera

- Folk medicine

- Ancient history

- Production industry: "Made in China"

China is characterized by a large variety of climates. The central and eastern parts of the country belongs to the subtropical arid zone climates natomiastpołudnie and south - east of China belongs to the humid tropical climate zones.
China is characterized by a large variety of climates. The central and eastern parts of the country belongs to the subtropical arid zone climates natomiastpołudnie and south - east of China belongs to the humid tropical climate zones.

Very hard to determine when to visit China, you just remember that the farther we go south this will be warmer. In northern areas, cold is only from December to February, in the remaining months the climate is suitable. The central part of China, it is best to visit in spring or autumn, while the high heat of summer may discourage migration.

In China, nurtured a tradition of respect and obedience in their dealings with the elderly. In Chinese society can also see a higher position in the hierarchy of men over women. The Chinese people are not effusive, and who showed emotion, a smile on their faces is not always a sign of happiness but it is often camouflage worry and embarrassment. Very important is the group identity and individuality is less significant, each individual failure is a shame for the whole family.

China is a country of many religions: they live in the followers of Buddhism, Taoism, Islam, Catholicism and Christianity.

Places of worship are not treated in a particularly restrictive manner by the Chinese, in the Taoist temples, monasteries, Buddhist and Islamic mosques should behave with appropriate respect and respect religious sites there in force recommendations, such as. Interior pictures are not visiting monuments.

Gradually, an increasing number of Chinese who speak English, but outside major hotels, tourist and business is still difficult to communicate in one of the western languages. Therefore, the individual traveling without a guide, it is worthwhile to take basic vocabulary and phrases to learn Chinese.

These are primarily people who work in tourism businesses or entities engaged in international. C k qo Fri individually or traveling without a guide, it is worthwhile to take basic vocabulary and phrases to learn Chinese.

90.9% of the population

The official language is Mandarin, except that there is a huge number of local dialects.

Polish citizens traveling to China must have a valid residence visa or a transit. Visa to enter mainland China from Hong Kong or Macau, you can get there in existing liaison offices of the central authorities of the PRC, as well as through travel agent China Travel Service. Only in exceptional cases a visa can be obtained at the airport. Stay in the territory of the PRC without a valid visa (excess length of stay beyond the term of validity of visa) is punishable by a fine of up to $ 1,000. Extension of the validity can only be done in large cities in the so-called Public Safety Offices. gonganju (in the Faculties of personal control systems Foreigners).

Consulate General of the Polish Republic in Shanghai

618 Jianguo Xilu, Shanghai 2000031, PR China

General Mobile: + (86 -21) 64 33 92 88 64 33 47 35 64740765

Phones on duty: + (86 - 21) 64 33 92 88 64 33 47 35

Polish Consulate General in Guangzhou Republic

63 Shamian Dajie, Guangzhou 510130, PR China

General Mobile: + (86 - 20) 81 21 99 93 81 21 99 94

Phones on duty: + (86 -20) 81 21 99 93 81 21 99 94

Consulate General of the Polish Republic in Hong Kong

Room 3505-06, 35 / F Hopewell Centre, 183 Queens Road East

Wanchai, Hong Kong

General Mobile: + (852) 28 40 07 79 28 40 08 14

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Embassy of the People's Republic of China

st. Bonifraterska 1

00-203 Warszawa

Poland

Tel. 0048 22 8313836

Fax. 0048 22 6354211

Polish Embassy in China

Ritan Rd. Beijing, China.

Post Code: 100600

Tel: (86) 10-65321235

Fax: (86) 10-65321745

Email: polska@public2.bta.net.cn

In China, there is an obligation for foreigners Reporting. Require the registration of a private residence to the nearest police station within 24 hours of crossing the border. Registration of persons living in hotels makes the administration of the hotel.

Often situations occur when tourists are not informed by the Chinese authorities to close some borders in time of national holidays. This causes great inconvenience to the formal planning to leave at that time the territory of the PRC. From individual tourists Chinese consular offices may require the production of a return ticket.

Tourists do not require a certain amount of money for each day of stay. There is a possibility to renew the visa, but it can be done only in big cities in the Offices of Public Security, the so-called. Gonganju (in the Faculties of personal control systems Aliens.) Extension of validity of the visa usually takes 5 days, so you should think about it early enough and take this into account in planning the trip.

In addition to areas accessible difficult and poorly utilized (Tibet, Xinjiang, Gansu, Qinghai, Inner Mongolia, part of Sichuan, Guizhou and Yunnan), health care is not a problem. In large cities operate hospitals of all specialties, with the most modern medical equipment. The cost of doctor visits varies between 20 to $ 100. Check the alien's stay in hospital costs from 60 to 200 USD and this price does not include the cost of medical services, tests or medications are paid in addition. The cost of a few hundred dollars to tens of thousands. In the largest cities in China will find foreign clinics that provide medical and dental services at the global level, which is associated with unusually high costs.

In China, there is no requirement to have health insurance or NW. In the case of plane flights serving the domestic routes is possible to take out voluntary insurance at the airport in the price of 20 yuan (CNY). Policies of foreign insurance companies are not automatically recognized. A foreigner pays for all medical services in cash. Reimbursement of medical expenses can be claimed on their return home, giving the insurance company accounts to the extent possible, should be issued in English. Some insurance companies require a statement of accounts by the territorially competent Consular Office of Poland.

Ambulance 120 or 999

Emergencies

International SOS (HK) Limited, 16 / F World Trade Centre, 280 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

Tel.25289998

Fax 252899933

Possession of a valid vaccination book is required in case of arrival from a country or region on the list WHO epidemiological risks. Before crossing the boundary of an alien out health declaration. Not admitted into the Chinese infectious diseases from tuberculosis, leprosy, typhoid and cholera, persons infected with venereal and the mentally ill. Since the SARS epidemic, ie. since April 2003, passengers are required to notify Chinese sanitary-epidemiological services such symptoms as high fever, cough, symptoms of colds.

In the southern part of China, under 25 st. parallel, there is a threat amoeba, malaria, tropical fever.

The most common ailment in East Asia are diarrhea, the best remedy is a special concern for hygiene, especially careful in restaurants and roadside bars.

Very often in places frequented by large numbers of tourists comes to pickpocketing and extortion of money. Avoid entertainment of dubious quality which often comes to such situations. Particular caution must be preserved, eg. camping outside the areas designated for that purpose, because the frequent attacks on such persons.

Currently there are no conflicts that would jeopardize the tourist or interfere with their stay in China.

911 - police

Polish authorities alert the numerous cases of theft of travel documents. In these situations, you should immediately go to the police station to obtain a certificate of stolen passport. Recently, tourists report also situations when it downloaded a few times due to their bank account when paying by credit card - especially in restaurants, bars, shopping and collection of money from ATMs. It should also be careful when hiring a bike for example,. in Beijing, the owners of rental demand in the pledge of documents and if it happens stealing vehicles, demand damages reaching hundreds of dollars.

For tourists there are few road border points, the rest are international airports and the railway crossing on the border with Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Russian Federation, North Korea (North Korea) and in the south of Vietnam. The situation is similar at the border with Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Vietnam, Laos. Border points between Nepal and Tibet operate only periodically and are usually closed during public holidays, which always should be taken into account when applying for a limited period of validity. ROP should borrow a bike for a file, eg. in Beijing, the owners of rental demand in the pledge of documents and if it happens stealing vehicles, demand damages reaching hundreds of dollars.

Most fly to Hong Kong, which has good air connections with the rest of the country.

Approximate Flight Time:

From London to Beijing flight takes approximately 10 hours

Main Airport

Beijing Capital International (PEK / BJS).

Located 28 km northeast of the city. To / from the airport: Buses and taxis available (travel time - 40 min.) Airport Express subway line between the airport and downtown Beijing in operation since 2008.

Guangzhou International (CAN)

The airport is located 12km north of Guangzhou (journey time 25 minutes).

Shanghai Pudong (PVG) airport

The airport is located 13 km southwest of the city (travel time, from 25 to 45 minutes). Mainly offers domestic flights.

Shanghai Pudong (PVG) airport

Located in the eastern financial district, 30km from the city center.

The route from Beijing Railway Transmandżurskiej seeks first to the north, the Shanhaiguan, Harbin and Shenyang development to the border crossing in Manzhouli (935 km from Beijing). Russian Zabajkalsk demarcation point is where the tracks run to Tarskaja, where the line connects to the Rail Transsyberyjską.Trasa from Beijing (train No. 3) leads through the border crossing in Erenhot (842 km from Beijing), then the capital of Mongolia, Ulan Bator, the border Sükhbaatar. The first city on the Russian side is Nauszki where the trail leads on to Ulan-Ude, where it joins the main line railway Transsyberyjskiej.Bilety be handled approximately two months before the planned trip.
The route from Beijing Railway Transmandżurskiej seeks first to the north, the Shanhaiguan, Harbin and Shenyang development to the border crossing in Manzhouli (935 km from Beijing). Russian Zabajkalsk demarcation point is where the tracks run to Tarskaja, where the line connects to the Rail Transsyberyjską.Trasa from Beijing (train No. 3) leads through the border crossing in Erenhot (842 km from Beijing), then the capital of Mongolia, Ulan Bator, the border Sükhbaatar. The first city on the Russian side is Nauszki where the trail leads on to Ulan-Ude, where it joins the main line railway Transsyberyjskiej.Bilety be handled approximately two months before the planned trip.

Connections over long distances can be either very easy or a nightmare. Buses leaving from larger cities tend to be air conditioned and comfortable, riding them is a very nice because the roads are in very good condition.

An alien is not able to enter the territory of China by car. The only option is to rent or buy a car, and credit examination and obtain a Chinese driving license. The document is issued by the police according to Polish law license after passing the exam, only the Polish national mającemu residence permit in the PRC (residence permit) for a period of not less than one year. International driving license is not accepted. During the ride should be paid special attention to pedestrians and cyclists, who are treated in a very privileged. Even the slightest collision can have serious consequences.

Ferries and boats run regularly between large cities on the coast, like the large rivers. Both ocean and river lines offer tickets to many different classes, a detailed breakdown is available in travel agencies and in the shipowners.

All major rivers are served by river ferries, especially the Yangtze. Coastal ferries operate between Dalian, Tianjin (Tientsin), Qingdao (Tsingtao) and Shanghai. There are regular ferry services between mainland China and Hong Kong.

Chinese airlines operate about 1,000 domestic routes, serving more than 150 cities. Tickets are usually purchased by guides and the price are included all travel costs. Independent visitors can also book tickets on their own through the local offices, such as: International Travel Service (CITS), which collects a small commission, by the popular website Ctrip. com, or alternatively buy tickets in booking offices or branches in the hotel's travel agency. If you are traveling in April, May, September or October it is advisable to purchase tickets well in advance. There are several daily connections to Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou, as well as other cities. As of December 2008. You can fly directly to Taiwan from 21 cities on the continent. Are the inevitable flight delays, the messages at airports are usually served in Chinese and English.

Railways in China is generally cheap, safe and well maintained transport form. Routes operate between major cities, there are three types of trains, of which Express is the best. There are also four types of fare: hard seat, soft seat (only for short distances), hard sleeper and soft sleeper. Children under 1m height travel free. In general, rail travel is comfortable, but unfortunately time-consuming given the huge distance to destination. Fast InterCity train is en route Beijing-Tianjin, Shanghai, Suzhou and Hangzhou.

City buses are very good for short distance travel and for that cheap (even from a ¥), but at peak times can be very crowded.

It is not possible to conduct or hire a car on their own without a Chinese license. A car rental with driver can be hired for a day or even several weeks.

Most people travel by bicycle or public transport or. In most cities, bicycles and other types of rickshaws are available for short rides.

Internet is available in most hotels and internet cafes in the cities.

Service headed to Europe takes from two days to a week. Hotels usually have their own post offices.

Taxis are available in large cities, most hotels and shopping centers, and generally stop at the sign of the passenger. It is best to check that the taxi has a taximeter, if not, it is important to agree fees in advance, especially when traveling from the train stations and airports.

The Chinese yuan is valid. 1juan = 10jiao

Coins are in denominations of 1, 5 jiao, 1 yuan, and the notes 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 ¥.

Tourists pay an ATM can be done with the assistance of the international credit or debit card at ATMs of banks in China, where there is a Maestro or Visa logo. Usually, the limit of such payment is equivalent to about 250 Euros, but you can make some payments directly to the. When you make a purchase credit cards are usually accepted. Having decided to visit remote parts of China, be sure (eg. when ordering the hotel), or you can use a specific credit card instantly, or earlier obtain the cash. Credit cards are accepted in hotels at least middle-class and larger shops and supermarkets in big cities.

Beer From 2 Y

Denmark in the street bars from 5-7 (eg. Fried noodles with vegetables & beer 8Y)

Beijing Metro 3-4y

Shanghai Metro 3-4y

A small sprite 3Y

Bottled water a little 1Y

Vodka (not cheapest) 7Y

In small shops and markets you can find the most interesting souvenirs of the trip.

It is noteworthy that the local craft items, ceramics, garments, silk, antiques and other treasures of Chinese art. Antiques that do not have the red seal of the Chinese authorities can not be exported from the country.  

Products that can be imported into China duty-free:
- 400 cigarettes (600 cigarettes for stays of more than six months)

- Two bottles (up to 75cl each) of alcoholic beverages (four bottles for stays of more than six months)

- Reasonable quantity of perfume for personal use

- 50g of gold or silver.

At farmers' markets and small shops to be a bargain. Some sales may seem attractive, but you should approach them carefully, and pay only the prices that seem reasonable. In large shops, you can ask for a discount.

Currently in China available to tourists are 8,880 hotels, number of rooms is close to 900,000. They include 175 five-star hotels, 635 four-star hotels, 2,846 three-star hotels, 4,414 two-star and 810 one-star hotels.

Significant progress has been made in creating a network of hostels, and covers Beijing, Guangdong, Guangxi, Shanghai and Yunnan. Prices start at a 1 euro per person.

In China, campsites are available, but it is safer to use the hospitality of the local homes.

Bursa

These can be found in most tourist destinations and offer cheaper accommodation for travelers. Unfortunately, the conditions are not the best.

For example, for a double room with bathroom in the mid-range hotel will pay $ 5.

Chinese cuisine has a long history and is known throughout the world. There are eight major schools of Chinese cuisine, which originate from places in which they were conceived: Anhui, Fujian, Guangdong, Hunan, Jiangsu, Shandong, Sichuan and Zhejiang.

- Dried snails in sauce

Oil-roasted oyster meat

- Steamed sea red crucian carp

- Spice chicken with soy and other food spicy soy

-. Shizhitou meat steamed crayfish

- Xihujski carp in sour sauce

- Chicken Fuliji

- Lotus seeds cooked in sugar and stewed fish fins

- One of the most known national drinks is Maotai, a hot drink of rice wine.

- Local beers are of good quality, in particular, Tsingtao, which is similar to the German beer.

- Drinking wine is becoming more popular among the middle class in China

It is best to go to one of the characteristic areas, famous for its variety of restaurants, bars and instantly select a restaurant and corresponding to our kitchens.

There is no obligation to give tips in China.

It should carry with them their own sticks, and dress should be heat-premises (if they are not theaters or concert halls) are not heated in winter.

- Beijing: Forbidden City - the capital of China for over 500 years, Tiantan (Temple of Heaven) - a symbol of Beijing

- Suzhou - a city of canals and beautiful traditional gardens

- Steppes of Inner Mongolia

- Terracotta Army soldiers

- Holy mountain: Jiuhua Shan Huang Shan, Hua Shan and Emei Shan

- Great Wall - the greatest building of ancient China

- West Lake (Xi Hu)

- Tibet's monasteries and landscapes

- Xuangkong Si - Monastery of 1,400 years of history

- Guilin sights, and Dali Lujiang

- Potala Palace in Lhasa

- Qinghai Hu - the largest lake in China

Great Wall - the greatest building of ancient China and is currently the biggest tourist attraction in the country.

Terracotta Army soldiers-army of eight thousand life-size figures made of terracotta (burnt clay), located in the tomb of China's first emperor Qin Shi, 1.5 km east of the sarcophagus, in today's Shaanxi Province

Forbidden City - the former imperial palace of Ming and Qing dynasties, located in the center Pekinu.Gugong in 1987 was inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage Site

Peking Opera - almost all performances based on popular legends and classical literature.

Art of Calligraphy - had an enormous impact on painting and calligraphic inscriptions often in the form of poems Originally the image.

In the cinema theme prevails sentimental love stories and the history of heroes and the families embellished martial arts.

China is a country with a highly diverse climatic and geographical conditions, from deserts and mountains in the north west coast of the tropical south-obdarzyły this country unique diversity of fauna and flora. Qinghai Hu - the largest lake in China known for its breathtaking natural splendor and abundance ptactwaMangda Tian Chi - a lovely nature reserve near the Huang He (Yellow River) Dunghuang - the caves of Mogao Ku unusual among the vast sand wydmHanas Hu - a wonderful alpine lake surrounded by nature, an area inhabited by półkoczowniczych KazachówJiuzhai Gou - a nature reserve with unspoilt nature górskąTengchong - a charming town near the hot sources and napping wulkanówBeihai - sleepy seaside town with beautiful sandy plażamiRajem fishing is Jingpho Hu - mountain lake in the south swamp prowincjiUstronne Zhalong Ziran Baohuqu are home to 236 species of birds

When visiting religious sites, be sure to zakryciu neck and shoulders.

Public holidays in China are:

October 1, National Day

May 1-Labor Day

Chinese New Year - the so-called. Rite of Spring (movable feast depending on the lunar calendar, usually falls in late January or early February).

Lantern festival

It is part of the celebration of Chinese New Year. They account for 15 days of the first lunar month. That day they release a special Chinese paper lanterns, which are fulfilled their hot air, hover high in the sky.

In a more lively cities in the south of restaurants, bars and cafes are usually open until midnight or even longer. It should reach the stores, nightclubs administering the program in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and other large cities.

-Medication, especially those frequently used

-Batteries

-Torch may be useful in the cheaper little hotels

-Tampons, in small towns are still hard to achievable

-Adapters

In China, only recently started to pay attention to facilities for disabled people, so it is difficult to count them in institutions, public transport etc. Travelling in a group somewhat alleviates these problems, the China National Tourist Offices and CITS have information on special tours.