Wuhan is the capital of Hubei Province and lies at the junction of the Yangtze and Han rivers. The Yangtze River, Asia's longest, snakes through this modern and bustling city, which is also a major transportation hub for air, railways and expressways. Wuhan has something to offer everyone, from commercial trade to sightseeing and shopping.Plug TypeLanguageMandarin ChinesePopulation9 millionTime ZoneGMT +8 hoursMeasuresMetric SystemVoltage220 voltsMobile PhonesGSM 900Visas are required for all international travellers entering mainland China. Travellers carrying passports from Brunei, Japan and Singapore can enjoy visa-free access to China for up to 15 days.
Visas are readily available from Chinese embassies and consulates in most countries. A standard 30-day, single-entry visa from most Chinese embassies abroad can be issued in three to five working days. Visas can also be arranged at certain travel agencies such as China International Travel Service and China Travel Service.
Visa Requirements from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of ChinaThe Chinese currency is known as the renminbi (Rmb). The basic unit of money itself is called the yuan (CNY). Credit cards are accepted in major hotels as well as shopping malls.Here are the most recent exchange rates for some common currencies.RMB 1.00 equals:
.16
US Dollar (USD)
.15
Australian Dollar (AUD)
.12
Euro (EUR)
.10
British Pound (GBP)
1.23
Hong Kong Dollar (HKD)
7.94
Indian Rupee (INR)
12.33
Japanese Yen (JPY)
.19
New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
.20
Singapore Dollar (SGD)
A 15% surcharge including government tax is applicable in most hotels and some private restaurants.Many mid-range and high-end restaurants include their own service charge, and tipping is not expected.Bank HoursMonday to Friday : 9am to 5pm
Saturday and Sunday : 9am to 4pm
ATMs are available 24 hoursOffice HoursMost government offices are open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.
Commercial offices and businesses are open Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm.
Shop HoursMajor shopping malls are open throughout the week from 9am to 10pm.Visitors entering China are required to complete a health declaration form at some checkpoints. Please check with your doctor or health care professional about vaccination requirements before you plan your trip.
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts recommend that you drink boiled or bottled water during your stay in Wuhan. Bottled drinking water is available in every room and replenished daily.
Generally informal in Wuhan except on social, diplomatic or government occasions, when a suit and tie is appropriate. Smart casual is the common attire for most commercial offices.Wuhan has a humid subtropical climate with four seasons - spring, summer, autumn and winter. Summer is known for its scorching hot and humid weather. Expect summer temperatures ranging from 31C to 40C (88F to 104F). Winter temperatures range from 10C to 1C (33F to 51F) with occasional snow.