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China is a superb tourist destination with a rich history and an enormous number of sights. There are also 119 national scenic and tourist resorts across the land. Nineteen Chinese scenes and sights have appeared on a UNESCO list of world natural and cultural heritages. China is the oldest uninterrupted major world civilization, with records dating back over 3,500 years. Successive dynasties developed a system of bureaucratic control which gave the agrarian-based Chinese an advantage over neighboring nomadic and hill cultures. The Chinese tourism industry is not only rich in resources; it has also come a long way in transportation, service, accommodation, catering and shopping facilities, and recreation. Tourist facilities are being constantly improved, and so is the service. With a winsome smile the hospitable Chinese are trusted companions for those traveling in China.
Destinations in China: Anhui, Beijing, Chongqing, Fujian, Gansu, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hainan, Hebei, Heilongjiang, Henan, Hubei, Hunan, Inner Mongolia, Jiangsu, Jiangxi, Jilin, Liaoning, Macao, Ningxia, Qinghai, Shaanxi, Shandong, Shanghai, Shanxi, Sichuan, Taiwan, Tianjin, Tibet, Xinjiang, Yunnan, Zhejiang
Attractions in China Asia Travel InformationVisa Information For TouristsMost visitors to Hong Kong still don't need a visa. The exception is for blacklisted countries, many of which (ironically) have or had communist regimes: Hong Kong has always made it difficult for nationals from such countries to enter its borders, and despite the return of Hong Kong to the Entrance Fees In Tourists Places in US$I. Entrance Fees In Tourists Places (Rangoon) in US$ 1. Shwedagon Pagoda $5 2. National Museum $5 3. People's Park $3 4. Gem Museum $5 5. Ngar Htut Kyi Pagoda $2 6. Myanmar Tourist Guides — AttractionsI. City - Rangoon: Rangoon, the capital of Myanmar is the host for some of the world’s mind-blowing wonders, like the: 1. Shwedagon Pagoda: Rudyard Kipling termed it as the .Golden Wonder.. It looks beautiful during sunset as the last rays fall on the soft golden dome, making it glitter. The great General Information For Tourists1. Airport Tax Any passengers departing Myanmar on international flights will need to pay a departure tax of US$ 10.00 per person. 2. Duty Free Allowance Two bottles of liquor; two cartons of cigarettes; 100 cigars; 1.5 lbs. of tobacco; and one pint bottle of perfume or eau de cologne. 3. Currency The monetary unit Fast Facts About Hong Kong1. Telephone System Public telephones in Hong Kong belong to the following 6 types: Yellow telephone only for local calls: accepting 1- or 2- HKD coins Yellow telephone for international calls: accepting 1-, 2- or 5- HKD coins Silver telephone: accepting 1-, 2- or 5- HKD coins Telephone accepting magnetic cards and coins for international When To Visit Hong KongSubtropical Hong Kong has four distinguishable seasons. Good weather makes it an ideal destination for travelers all year round. The peak travel season is in autumn, from September to around Christmas time. The spring, from March to mid-May, tends to be warm and humid, accompanied by fogs and drizzles. The average General Information About Hong KongHong Kong has very close counter with its parent Nation that is China, its is precariously perched on the side of China, Hong Kong is a curious anomaly. With unofficial blessing of the largest Communist country in the world Hong Kong is energetic paragon of the virtues of capitalism. Hong Orientation Of Hong KongHong Kong is conveniently divided into four parts. First there is Hong Kong Island, the original part of the colony on which stands Hong Kong Central, the city of Hong Kong. A short ferry ride across the harbour from the island is the Kowloon peninsula which is also totally city. Top Rated Tourist Attractions In Hong KongHong Kong is full of fabulous events and attractions. The following are a few of the must-sees rated tops by tourists. Victoria Peak is the best place from which to admire the lights of this Oriental Pearl. Peak Tower with its famous wok-like architecture standing at the exit of Peak Tram. Hello world!Welcome to WordPress. This is the first post. Edit or delete it, then start blogging! Asia NewsZurich Financial CEO sees growth potential in Asia but faces environmental risksZurich Financial CEO sees growth potential in Asia but faces environmental risks Zurich Financial Group CEO James Schiro said there is substantial growth potential in Asia in life, motor and property insurances, with only 1 pct of natural disasters insured. This compares to a rate of around 40 pct in Oceania could join Asia playoffs - BlatterOceania could join Asia playoffs - Blatter President of world governing body Fifa, Sepp Blatter, yesterday said future champions of Oceania could join the final round of Asian qualifiers for future World Cups. Oceania's current "half" place could shrink if the regional winners had to join a group of Asian teams If Asia stays right in 2006, so will the world economyIf Asia stays right in 2006, so will the world economy With a couple of notable exceptions 2005 was a good year for the world economy. Despite rising US interest rates and soaring oil prices there was rapid growth in the US and even more rapid growth in China and India. Austrian orchestra wows Jaipur audienceAustrian orchestra wows Jaipur audience The world famous Swarovski Orchestra from Austria wowed a discerning audience by performing instrumentals at Jaipur's well known Birla Auditorium. It was a rare opportunity for music lovers of the Pink City and they enjoyed it completly. "It was a unique occassion for us to witness this because Asias National oil companies paying fair price for overseas assetsAsias National oil companies paying fair price for overseas assets Asias expansionist national oil companies have been paying a fair price for overseas exploration and production assets, despite skepticism in the industry, a top analyst said Tuesday. Compared with recent mergers and acquisitions such as Chevron Corp.s (CVX) takeover of Unocal, Lack of aid weakening bird flu control in AsiaLack of aid weakening bird flu control in Asia Weak disease-surveillance and inadequate aid are thwarting efforts to control bird flu in Asia, according to a senior official of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization. The organisations assistant director-general, He Changchui, was speaking at a press conference following a meeting of health Asia Roundup: Technical rebound for regions stocksAsia Roundup: Technical rebound for regions stocks HONG KONG: Asian stocks closed mostly higher yesterday in a technical bounce following a sell-off last week prompted by an unexpected increase in Chinese interest rates. Dealers said the sell-down had been over-done and created buying opportunities with sentiment strong enough to offset the negative Asia Roundup: Shares recover from poor startAsia Roundup: Shares recover from poor start HONG KONG: Asian stocks were mostly firmer or off their lows yesterday, recovering from a weak start as investors welcomed sharp gains in Tokyo following better-than-expected private sector machinery order figures, dealers said. TOKYO: Japanese share prices rallied as bargain hunters emerged following recent losses, Asia Vision will open a Happy Home next weekAsia Vision will open a Happy Home next week Radio Thailand FM90.5 Phuket City, both broadcast to Phang Nga, Krabi & Phuket provinces, 8.30am Friday 14th July 2006 & www.Thaisnews.com { Our news text and mini-videos can be freely copied and posted on other websites, but please give credit to Andaman Fake Tamiflu from Asia seized by US customs agentsFake Tamiflu from Asia seized by US customs agents SAN FRANCISCO (AFX) - Authorities have intercepted more than 50 packages of fake bird flu vaccine shipped to the US in recent weeks, evidently from China, federal officials said. Scientists are analyzing the ingredients in capsules sold as 'generic Tamiflu' to online |
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