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Language

Mandarin is possibly the most common spoken language in world, with over 1 billion speakers.

Chinese public holidays

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

The differences in Chinese climates are vast, depending on the location of the provinces.

Tipping

In China, tipping is now accepted by tourist guides and bus drivers.

Photography

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

Medical Service

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

Media

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

Telecommunication

Domestic mail delivery is exceedingly fast and cheap.

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