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China Country Information

The People's Republic of China is the third largest country in the world by area, after Russia and Canada, but it has the largest population.

Countries neighbouring China are: North Korea, Russia, Mongolia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, Laos and Vietnam.

Weather in China

View a graphical weather forecast for the week ahead in places around China.

Beijing Weather, Chengdu Weather, Chongqing Weather, Dalian Weather, Guangzhou Weather, Guilin Weather, Harbin Weather, Hohhot Weather, Hong Kong Weather, Kunming Weather, Lanzhou Weather, Lhasa Weather, Nanjing Weather, Nanning Weather, Qingdao Weather, Shanghai Weather, Shenyang Weather, Tianjin Weather, Urumqi Weather, Wuhan Weather, Zhengzhou Weather.

Travel in China

More than a fifth of the world's population live within China's borders, and at times it seems as though they're all camped out at Beijing Station.

There is so much to see and do in China, and I always prefer to travel by train.

You will need at least four to six weeks to do the country any justice, and if you have the time to use your full three month visa, all the better.

Some travellers even get permission to extend their visa, it all depends on the mood of the official, or your willingness to pay for the services of one of their agents.

The Bureau for Foreigners is a newer form of corruption in the open. Despite the official stamp of approval, bargaining in these offices is not uncommon.

China has changed a lot since I first visited the country in 1988, some of it not for the better.

China in Eighty Eight:
You really did feel like one in a billion in those days.

Many people were still afraid to speak out, the Sino- Chinese summit was a long way off, and with that, the most memorable picture to come out of China; that lone protester standing in the line of an advancing tank column in Tian'men Square.

China - Inner Realm:
Beauty, Destiny, Eternity; learn about the land, the culture and the language of China.

Virtual Tour of China:
Superbly presented with maps and excellent photography.

Beijing

Beijing:
Beijing is the capital of China, and the jumping off point for a visit to The Great Wall, at Badaling.

Beijing Weather:
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Accommodation in Beijing

Hotels in Beijing:
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Shanghai

Accommodation in Shanghai

Hotels in Shanghai:
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Peace Hotel: Shanghai.

20 Nanjing Road East Huangpu. Hotel Details. Hotel Rates. Add Hotel Review. Read Hotel Reviews. View Map. Official Website: Shanghai Peace Hotel.

Located right on the corner of the Bund and the Nanjing Road shopping area, the Shanghai Peace Hotel is something of an historical institution and a must visit; even if you don't stay here. Guaranteed Best Hotel Rates Online Stay at the Peace Hotel Shanghai Hotel amenities include the full-service health spa, Dragon & Phoenix Hall (Cantonese cuisine), Peace Grill (French cuisine), Old Jazz Bar, and Dragon & Phoenix Hall. All rooms feature dark wood furnishings, high-speed Internet access, satellite TV, voicemail, bathroom TVs, bathroom telephones, bathrobes, hairdryers, coffeemakers, minibars, safes, and separate sitting areas.

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Shanghai Weather:
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Guilin

Guilin derives its name from the Osmanthus trees found all over the city.

The main reason for a visit to Guilin though is to get out of the city and view the limestone peaks on the way to Yangshou and along the Li River.

Guilin Weather:
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Accommodation in Guilin

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Xi'an

If you want to see the Terracotta Soldiers in Qinshi-huang's Mausoleum, then you will need to visit Xi'an.

There's more to see around the city too.

Accommodation in Xi'an

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Historical China

History of China:
Presented as an interactive table of events from the Xia ancient era of 2,000 BC, through the Imperial Dynasties to the People's Republic of China's move towards socialism. There are Chinese characters too that make it look more authentic, and links to deeper pages, and maps.

Chinese Language

Chinese Characters:
Web-based Etymological dictionary, for learning Chinese characters.

China Travel Guides

More detailed travel destination information for:

Beijing.

Books on China Travel:
Browse Amazon's best-selling list of books on travel in China.

China Travel Videos

Namtso Lake and Shigatse, Tibet:
A collection of stunning images from Tibet blended with a serene background music. Namtso Lake is the world's highest salt-water lake and Shigatse is a village located on the old trading route; part of Sam's Exotic Travels to Tibet.
Video Tags: Namtso Lake, Shigatse, Tibet, China, Asia.