| China is a land of ancient wonders. It's so different | | | | Festivals |
| from the norm of western travelers that a first visit | | | | As with many countries, festivals are held throughout |
| there can be a bit intimidating. Today, we will become | | | | the year at various locations within China. We already |
| acquainted with some basic traveler information on | | | | talked about the Spring Festival, which is something |
| China. We'll talk about the time of year to go, when | | | | to experience if you don't mind being overcrowded. |
| to avoid China and some points of interest. | | | | The Harbin's Ice Festival is held in Zhaolin Park. It |
| Times to Go | | | | starts in the beginning of January and runs through |
| China can get pretty cold in the winter. For instance, | | | | the end of February. This ice festival is a spectacle |
| Temperatures in Beijing are average highs of 40F and | | | | that features huge ice sculptures of legendary figures |
| lows of 14F. In Hong Kong, the temperatures are | | | | and animals. It's held at this time of the year, |
| more bearable--58 F - 75 F. The summers can get a | | | | because the temperatures a freezing. The average |
| little warm for some, but it's the best time of the | | | | temperature will be around 20 F. If you like the cold, |
| year to visit China. Temperatures can reach 90 F in | | | | or can stand it, this is one festival to check out. |
| Beijing and Hong Kong. | | | | If you are interested in visiting the Birthplace of |
| When To Avoid China | | | | Confucius, check out Qufu. Confucius' birthday, which |
| The worst month to travel in China is February. In | | | | falls on September 8, is a celebrated event. It's also |
| early to mid-February, the Chinese hold their Spring | | | | home to many Confucius points of interest, such as |
| Festival--we also know it as Chinese New Year. | | | | the Confucius Temple. |
| February is when most Chinese either take a | | | | China is full of great travel points. Don't try to tackle |
| vacation or limit work time. Therefore, the country is | | | | them all in one visit. Pick an area and savor the |
| crowded with travelers and businesses are closed or | | | | moments while you are there. Beijing is in the north |
| operating during limited hours. | | | | and Hong Kong is in the south. |