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- Destinations
- Asia
- China
- Shanghai
- Hangzhou
Hangzhou
Hangzhou, about 120 miles (190km) south of Shanghai, is one of
China's designated seven famous ancient capital cities. It is also
the provincial capital of Zhejiang province. Known for its scenic
beauty it has been tagged 'Paradise on Earth'. Hangzhou touts two
scenic resorts: the West Lake and another section encompassing the
Fuchun River and Thousand-Islet Lake. These resorts are dotted with
'willow pattern' scenes like weeping willows, peach trees, stone
bridges, rockeries and painted pavilions, interspersed with ancient
tombs, monasteries and temples.
Information & Facts
Language
The official language is Mandarin Chinese, but there are
hundreds of local dialects.
Money
The currency used in China is the Renminbi Yuan (CNY). The Yuan
is divided into 10 chiao/jiao or 100 fen. Make sure you exchange
your leftover Yuan before returning home because this currency can
be exchanged only within China's borders. Travellers cheques,
preferably in US Dollars, and foreign cash can be exchanged in
cities at the Bank of China. Banks are closed weekends. The larger
hotels and the special 'Friendship Stores' designed for foreigners
will accept most western currencies for purchases. Major credit
cards are accepted in the main cities at various establishments,
but outside the major cities acceptance is limited. ATMs are scarce
outside the main cities.
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