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dventure Guide
China
Simon Foster
“Athorough guide not only to traveling in China but also to the country’s his-
tory and culture, this should satisfy the novice and seasoned traveler alike.
Each city and region is covered from all angles, including activities for those
traveling with children. An informative read for those unfamiliar with the
country and an excellent way to brush up for the more experienced traveler,
this is an excellent guide for planning a Chinese vacation.” Publishers
Weekly
HUNTER
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HUNTER PUBLISHING, INC.
130 Campus Drive
Edison, NJ 08818-7816
732-225-1900 / 800-255-0343 / fax 732-417-1744
www.hunterpublishing.com
E-mail comments@hunterpublishing.com
IN CANADA:
Ulysses Travel Publications
4176 Saint-Denis, Montréal, Québec
Canada H2W 2M5
514-843-9882 ext. 2232 / fax 514-843-9448
IN THE UNITED KINGDOM:
Windsor Books International
5, Castle End Park, Castle End Rd, Ruscombe
Berkshire, RG10 9XQ England
01189-346-367 / fax 01189-346-368
ISBN 978-1-58843-641-2
© 2008 Hunter Publishing, Inc.
This and other Hunter travel guides are also available as e-books
in a variety of digital formats through our online partners, including
eBooks.com, Overdrive.com, Ebrary.com and NetLibrary.com.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a
retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechan-
ical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the written permission of the
publisher. Brief excerpts for review or promotional purposes are permitted.
This guide focuses on recreational activities. As all such activities contain ele-
ments of risk, the publisher, author, affiliated individuals and companies disclaim
any responsibility for any injury, harm, or illness that may occur to anyone
through, or by use of, the information in this book. Every effort was made to insure
the accuracy of information in this book, but the publisher and author do not
assume, and hereby disclaim, any liability for loss or damage caused by errors,
omissions, misleading information or potential travel problems caused by this
guide, even if such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident or any
other cause.
Cover photograph: Great Wall (© Tom Till/Alamy)
All photos by Simon Foster, unless otherwise indicated. Special thanks
to Tot Foster, Ewen Bell (www.ewenbell.com), Magalie L’Abbé and Galen
Frysinger (www.galenfrysinger.com) for their photographs.
Index by Inge Wiesen
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Contents
Introduction 1
History 3
Prehistory 5
The Dynastic Age 6
The Revolutionary Years 18
The PRC Under Chairman Mao 22
The Reform Era (1976-present) 25
The Future
28
When to Go 73
Holidays & Festivals 73
Organized Tours 76
Visas 78
Insurance 79
What to Pack 80
Information Sources 82
Maps 82
Customs & Immigration 83
Getting Here & Away 83
Getting Around 86
Practicalities 92
Money Matters 92
Keeping in Touch 95
Media 97
Health 98
Restrooms 101
Safety 101
Begging 102
Photography 103
Etiquette 104
Studying & Working in China 105
Facts & Figures 109
Accommodation 110
Food & Drink 115
Price Codes 115
The Four Major Styles 116
Where to Eat 121
Entertainment & Nightlife 126
Shopping 127
Adventures 131
Eco-Travel 131
The Top 25 132
Suggested Itineraries 133
The Imperial North 133
Cruise the Three Gorges 134
Shanghai, Silk & Tea 134
Big City Lights & Rural Delights 135
Beijing & Around
Geography
30
Geology & Topography
30
Rivers
31
Natural Resources
32
The Environment
32
Climate
32
Flora & Fauna
33
Causes for Concern
33
Habitats
34
National Parks
34
Wildlife
35
Flora
36
Fauna
38
Population
42
The One-Child Policy
43
People
44
The Han
44
The Minorities
44
Religion & Philosophy
45
Buddhism
46
Confucianism
48
Beliefs & Superstitions
52
The Chinese Zodiac
53
Fengshui
54
Culture
54
Architecture
54
Bronzes
56
Ceramics
57
Jade & Lacquer
58
Painting
58
Calligraphy
60
137
Literature
61
Beijing
137
Poetry
61
History
137
Music
62
The Future
141
Acrobatics
65
Getting Here & Away
141
Martial Arts
65
Getting Around
143
Film
67
Orientation
147
Traditional Chinese Medicine
71
The City Center
148
Travel Information
73
Information Sources
149
Planning Your Trip
73
Events & Festivals
149
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