* It is probably best to travel to China during autumn season, which spans from September to early November. The temperature during this time is a comfortable range of 50-72F with few chances of rain.



* Refrain from traveling to the so called, ?four furnaces? of China during summer, these are Chongqing, Wuhan, Nanchang and Tianjing.

* Because China has four seasons, be sure to bring suitable clothing with you for each season. From March to May is Spring, From June to August is Summer, from September to November is Autumn and from January to February is Winter. Be sure to dress accordingly for each season.

* Summer is also rainy season in China, a raincoat is essential during this time as umbrellas are usually defenseless against winds.

* Avoid wearing revealing clothing around the Chinese, who are a conservative people.

* Chinese temples prohibit women wearing skirts to enter; therefore women should not forget to bring pants with them.

What to Bring into China;

* Clothing is probably one of the things you shouldn't worry about when going to China. Clothing is very cheap here, and would make pretty good souvenirs. So pack your bags light, and you can buy the rest of your wardrobe on the go.

* It is recommended to take no more than one bible into China. The Chinese are very particular with Christianity, and Christian Catechism.

* A few prohibited materials in China aside from the usual narcotics and deadly weapons are food, micro-organisms, biological products, waste materials, portions of human body, blood and blood products and animals that may spread diseases to humans.

* Any item such as printed materials, films, tapes, etc., which are considered harmful to the economy, politics, culture and ethics of China are forbidden.

When you arrive in China;

* To make sure that you didn't bring in any harmful diseases with you, health checks would be the first that you will undergo before you are allowed out of the airport.

Photography in China;

* Please avoid taking pictures at aerodromes, military and political facilities in China.

* Never take pictures from an airplane or any type of aircraft.

* If you want to take pictures of residents or their possessions, ask their permission first.

* There are many museums that ban picture taking. Please be aware that Palaces, Grottoes and Temples also ban picture taking. Always pay attention to public notices that prohibit picture taking in order to avoid unnecessary trouble. Taking pictures for fee is however allowed at some establishments.