Ever since the Tang Dynasty, Ningbo has enjoyed a reputation as a key trading port. Less than two hours drive from Shanghai by Hangzhou Bay Bridge, the longest sea bridge in the world, Ningbo is a major economic hub in the Yangtze River Delta area.
The name Ningbo means "calm waves" in Chinese. It has numerous historical attractions including Tianyi Pavilion, the oldest surviving library building in China.
Visas
All international travellers require visas although Brunei, Japan, and Singapore passport holders are able to enjoy visa-free access to China for up to 15 days.
Standard 30-day, single-entry visas can be issued in three to five working days from most Chinese embassies, and must be used within three months of the date of issue. Longer visas are often more
difficult to obtain.
For further details, consult with your travel agent, China International Travel Service, China Travel Service, or any Chinese embassy or consulate.
View visa requirements from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China
Currency
The Chinese currency is known as renminbi (RMB). Credit cards are accepted in major hotels and shopping malls.
Here are the most recent exchange rates for some common currencies.
RMB 1.00
equals:
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Exchange Rates
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Currency
|
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0.17
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Australian Dollar
(AUD)
|
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0.13
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Euro
(EUR)
|
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0.11
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British Pound
(GBP)
|
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1.25
|
Hong Kong Dollar
(HKD)
|
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16.50
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Japanese Yen
(JPY)
|
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0.20
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New Zealand Dollar
(NZD)
|
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0.20
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Singapore Dollar
(SGD)
|
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0.16
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US Dollar
(USD)
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Taxes
A 15% surcharge, including government tax, is applicable in most hotels and some private restaurants.
Tipping
Many mid-range and top-end restaurants include their own service charge that varies between establishments.
Officially, tipping is considered inappropriate and is discouraged.
Business Hours
Bank Hours
8.30am - 5.30pm, Monday through Friday
8.30am - 4.30pm, Saturday and Sunday
Office Hours
9am - 5pm, Monday through Friday
Shopping Hours
9am - 10pm, Monday through Sunday
Public Health
Visitors entering China are required to complete a health declaration form. Check with your local doctor or health care professional about vaccination requirements before you plan your trip.
Shangri-La Hotel, Ningbo, recommends you drink only boiled or bottled water during your stay in Ningbo. Bottled drinking water is available in every room.
Dress
Dress is generally informal in Ningbo except on social, diplomatic or government occasions when formal attire (suit and tie) is appropriate.
Winter requires heavy clothing, including coats, hats and gloves. Light clothing is sufficient for spring and summer months.
Weather
Ningbo has a subtropical monsoon climate, with mild temperatures, moderate humidity and distinct seasons.
The annual average temperature is 16.4°C, with 21°C to 37°C (70°F to 104°F) in summer and -2°C to 7°C (28°F to 45°F) in winter.
Today
Intermittent Clouds
Humid with times of sun and clouds
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High:
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28°C /
82°F
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Low:
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19°C /
66°F
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Tomorrow
Intermittent Clouds
Clouds and sun; breezy in the afternoon
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High:
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29°C /
84°F
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Low:
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20°C /
68°F
|
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Sunday:
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Cloudy
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High:
26°C /
78°F
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Low:
22°C /
71°F
|
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Monday:
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Showers
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High:
28°C /
82°F
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Low:
21°C /
69°F
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Tuesday:
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Sunny
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High:
31°C /
87°F
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Low:
22°C /
71°F
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