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Traveling to China: What You Need to Know About Tourism
Personal safety rules while traveling in China
The People's Republic of China covers more than six percent of the world's land area, and its territory is equal to the total area of all European countries. This has had an impact on China's rich cultural heritage and the presence of unique natural attractions in its territory. It was here that the philosophy of Confucianism originated, gunpowder was first invented, and the finest silk and world-famous Chinese porcelain have been made since time immemorial.
Visa regime
Since August 10, 2018, citizens of the Republic of Belarus holding ordinary passports can enter, stay, leave, or transit through China without a visa for up to 30 days per trip, but not more than 90 days in a calendar year. If a Belarusian citizen plans to stay in the country for more than 30 days in one trip, for example, to study or work in China, it is necessary to obtain the appropriate type of entry visa before entering.
Additional information: http://by.china-embassy.org/rus/lsfw/t1356735.htm
Also, please note!
Since February 13, 2018, Belarusians can visit Hong Kong for up to 14 days without a visa, and since May 1, 2018, Hainan Island has become visa-free, allowing travelers from Belarus to stay there without a visa for up to 30 days.
For visa-free entry, you must have a valid passport with you. No additional conditions are imposed on Belarusian citizens regarding entry points or the provision of additional documents.
Security issues in China
China is a relatively safe country. Serious crimes against foreigners in China are rare. However, petty crimes against foreigners, such as pickpocketing, theft of bags, laptops, passports, and cell phones, are widespread. Pickpockets wait for tourists at airports and train stations, in markets and stores, and on popular sightseeing routes. Therefore, be vigilant and take care of your wallet and documents.
Scammers targeting foreign tourists operate in many large cities. One of the scams they use is as follows. Well-dressed girls, often posing as English-learning students, invite tourists to have tea in a nearby restaurant. After the order is made, the girl skillfully disappears, and the visitor is presented with an astronomical bill. In addition, tourists may encounter "poor students" persistently offering to buy "works of art" from them, or Buddhist "monks" begging for alms.
Taxi drivers, especially at airports, sometimes refuse to use the meter – in this case, determine the price for the entire trip right away. When getting into a taxi, always keep your valuables (for example, laptop, camera, etc.) with you or on your lap, not in less accessible places in the taxi. Before getting out of the taxi, ask the driver to help you get your bags from the trunk – then he won't drive off with your luggage.
Another serious problem in China is the circulation of a large number of counterfeit bills. Often, Chinese traders pull off such a scam – they accept large bills from you, and then claim that you gave them a counterfeit. Therefore, if possible, remember the serial number of the large bill you are paying with, or pay with small bills. There have also been cases where people receive counterfeit bills from standalone ATMs. Therefore, it is recommended to use ATMs located in financial institutions or at your hotel.
Road safety
Road safety in China is below average. Traffic is chaotic, road signs are usually ignored. The statistics of traffic accidents, including fatal ones, is one of the highest in the world in China. Cars, bicycles, motorcycles, trucks and buses often treat road signs and signals as advisory rather than mandatory. Pedestrians should always be careful, even when crossing the street at a pedestrian crossing or on a green light.
If you are involved in a traffic accident, remain calm, do not make a fuss and be sure to call and wait for the traffic police. If no one is injured and the damage is minimal, the parties often reach an agreement on the spot. However, if an agreement is not reached, even a minor traffic accident can escalate into a serious dispute.
Health care
There are many good clinics in China that serve tourists. Although they are usually expensive, they provide fairly high-quality service and English-speaking staff. Most hospitals require payment in cash or the purchase of a ticket for a doctor's consultation or for any medical procedure. In rural areas, there are only small medical centers with often poorly trained staff and a lack of proper medications and necessary medical equipment. The staff often does not want to take responsibility for treating foreigners, even in emergency situations.
Reusing medical materials, such as syringes and needles, or poor sterilization contributes to the transmission of a number of diseases, such as hepatitis. Therefore, travelers should always require doctors and dentists to use only sterile equipment, and be prepared to pay for new syringe needles in hospitals and clinics.
Ambulances in China often take a very long time to arrive, and most of them do not have sophisticated medical equipment. Therefore, sometimes, if possible, it is easier to take a taxi to the nearest major medical center than to wait for an ambulance.
Tourist safety
No vaccinations or inoculations are required before traveling to the country. It is imperative to use a safe for storing documents, money, and valuables. If there is no safe in the room, documents and valuables can be left with the duty manager for safekeeping.
Independent visits to Tibet are prohibited: special additional permission is required, which must be arranged by the host party in advance. Tibet can be visited with a group along a pre-arranged and agreed-upon route.
A foreigner in China should always carry a business card from the hotel with an inscription in Chinese or a card with their details, filled out by any Chinese translator.
Drinking raw water from the tap is strongly not recommended. Any hotel room will have either a thermos with boiling water or an electric kettle. Also, most hotels provide free mineral water without gas (the Chinese принципиально do not drink carbonated mineral water). In Hong Kong, there is a fine of ~5000 CNY for smoking in public buildings (airport, shops, metro).
Electricity
The mains voltage is 110V and 220V. If the plug of your appliance does not fit the outlet, you can ask the hotel staff for an adapter.
Entertainment, excursions, and attractions in China
Attractions in China can be viewed on the website
Attention! Tourists must comply with local laws, norms of conduct, respect traditions, cultural and religious customs. Non-compliance with the laws may result in liability. It is necessary to be careful during the trip, follow personal safety rules, keep your property and documents safe. Keep valuables in the hotel safe, make a copy of your passport and visa. Familiarize yourself with the insurance terms specified in the insurance policy! It is recommended to pay for additional insurance taking into account the specifics of the trip.
Emergency contact numbers
Police and rescue service - 110
Fire service - 119
Ambulance - 120
Traffic police – 122
Ambulance - 120
Traffic police – 122
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