Safety reminders for the ten of China tourism places

1. Sanya, had better swim two or three together
Dadonghai Sea and the Yalong Bay are the most famous swimming places with mature lifesaving facilities. But it is dangerous to swim in the romote area alone. Once encountered danger, hard to get timely rescue. Don't take the precious and important stuff with you and ask your friends to look after your changed clothes when swiming.

Main sites: Yalong Bay, East Sea beach, Edge of the sky and rim of the sea (Tianya-Haijiao), Wuzhizhou Island

2. Haikou, put the bag in front of you
It is warm in Haikou and people wear thinner and less clothes. The thief may find your wealth easily. The police remind all the people to wear your bag in front of you instead of on the bag.

Main sites: Holiday Beach, Tropical Ocean World,

3. Kunming, don't get lost at the Stone Forests
The roads in the Stone Forests are complicated. Follow closely with your guide and don't get lost, espcially in the peak season.

Main sites: Stone Forests, Black Dragon Pool, Dian Lake, the World Horticultural Garden Exposition

4. Guilin, don't take the floating raft without certificates
The police in Guilin remind all of the tourists to take the regular raft for Li River floating. Some raft operator without certificate always attract the visitors with low price. But there is no any safety facilities on the raft and that will be very dangerous.

Main sites: Li River, Elephant Trunk Hill, Seven Star Park

5. Xiamen: don't play long time on the reef rocks
Don't play long time on the reef rocks. Once the tide raises, you may get stranded on the rocks. There is a rock named "Yindou Rock" at Gulangyu Island. When the tide descends, the rock connects with the beach. When the tide comes, the rock will be covered and you could only stay on the rock waiting for the rescue.

Main sites: Gulangyu Island, South Putuo Temple, Huxi Rock.

6. Lijiang, climbing the snow mountain according to your abilities.
The Lijiang police suggest the tourists climb the snow mountain in the lead of the guidance. The landform of the snow mountain is inclement and don't take the devious way without the guide. You may also lose the contact with outside. It would be very dangerous.

Main sites: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Lijaing Old Town, Yushui Village

7. Shanghai, be cautious of the thieves at Nanjing Road
The Nanjing Road in Shanghai is as well known as the Wangfujing Street in Beijing, so it is always crowded with people. The thieves are also focused here. So take good care of your belongings.

Main sites: The Bund, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, the Nanjing Road, the Yuyuan Garden

8. Shanxi Wutai Mountain, take the regular buses of the toursim company to climb the mountian. The road up to the mountian is very steep and dangerous. Don't the scattered bus at the foot of the mountain.

Main sites: Tianlong Mountain, Acient Great Mosque

9. Harbin, look out your camera when skiing
Main sites: the St. Sofia Church, Two Dragons Ski Resort, Harbin Ice Lights Garden, Ice and Snow World

10. Jilin, don't get things on the cheap when buy the three treasures of Northeast (ginseng, marten, antlers of deer)

Remeber to buy these stuffs at the regular shops instead of the stalls along the street. Although you may get that at a much lower price, but the value of the nutrition will also get discount much accordingly.

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Mr.Ignativs 2008-4-25 11:28

The old city walls in Qingyan Old Town are built of huge thick stones near cliffs. It looks like very dangerous and fearsome. Qingyan Old Town is right famous for this. Inside the city gates, majority of things in the town are made from stone, thus giving the city the name "the city of stones."

Since this town is well preserved with original flavor and unique characteristics, many TV stations and photographers come to the town to film TV programs. One of the most famous films shot here, is called Searching for the Gun, Jiangwen is the leading actor in it.

This town is also famous for its snacks. Mutton rice flour noodles is one of the most famous tasty treats, some others are like rose candies, chili chicken and cured meat. The many different colors, smells and tastes will leave you wanting more! Worth visiting!

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Ms.Chris , United States , 2008-4-7 11:17

Encircled by numerous villages, home to minority groups and some pretty countryside, Kaili is a real "festival land" with over 130 festivals taking place throughout the year. The climate in Kaili is mild, the scenery is impressive, ranging from waterfalls to rolling hills. Transporation to the countless Miao villages is quite convenient, most are only about 10 km away, including the famous Langde and Xiangzhigou Miao villages.

Kaili is easily accessible by train. The best way to get there is to take train No. 248 from Guiyang. The whole journey takes about 3 hours. Kaili train station is located at the north of the city. Take bus No. 1 from the station to downtown Kaili or the bus station.

Kaili Bus Station has daily long distance buses to Guiyang, Zhengyuan, Rongjiang and Congjiang from 8 am to 5:30 pm.

The easiest way to visit the outskirt towns is to take a minibus. Buses going to Xianglu Mountain, Yudong Cave and Longchang can be found along Beijing Xi Lu while for southern destinations such as Leishan and Xijiang, you should pick up a bus on Shaoshan Nan Lu or head straight to the bus station.

The local flavors in Kaili are spicy and sour. Fish Hotpot with sour soup is one of the most famous dishes in Kaili, which is made by putting a fresh carp in boiled water and then adding the special sour seasonings. Beef tendon is another popular dish that is pretty

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Mr.Unknown 2008-4-7 10:34