Famous for its beautiful mountains and coastal
scenery, Wenzhou is the political and economic centre of southern Zhejiang
province.
With a history spanning more than 4,000 years,
Wenzhou’s ancient culture is complemented by modern architecture and facilities.
Visitors to the city can enjoy world-class shopping and entertainment in a city
that boasts one of strongest economies 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 as well as shopping malls.
Here are the most recent exchange rates for some common currencies.
RMB 1.00
equals:
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Exchange Rates
|
Currency
|
|
0.18
|
Australian Dollar
(AUD)
|
|
0.12
|
Euro
(EUR)
|
|
0.10
|
British Pound
(GBP)
|
|
1.27
|
Hong Kong Dollar
(HKD)
|
|
9.99
|
Indian Rupee
(INR)
|
|
16.86
|
Japanese Yen
(JPY)
|
|
0.19
|
New Zealand Dollar
(NZD)
|
|
0.21
|
Singapore Dollar
(SGD)
|
|
0.16
|
US Dollar
(USD)
|
Taxes
A 15% surcharge,
including government tax, is applicable in most hotels.
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
9am - 5.30pm, Monday through Sunday
Office Hours
8.30am - 5.30pm, Monday through Friday
Shop Hours
9am - 10pm, daily
Public Health
Visitors entering China are required to
complete a health declaration form.
Check with your local doctor or health care
professional for vaccination advice when planning your trip.
Shangri-La recommends you drink only boiled or
bottled water. Bottled drinking water is available in every hotel room.
Dress
Dress is generally informal in Wenzhou except
on social, diplomatic or government occasions when a suit and tie is
appropriate.
Weather
Neither intensely hot during the summer, nor
bitterly cold during the winter, Wenzhou has a mildly humid and subtropical
monsoon climate with four seasons.
Average annual temperature is about 18°C, with
abundant rainfall during spring.
Today
Mostly Cloudy
Mainly cloudy and mild
|
High:
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18°C /
64°F
|
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Low:
|
12°C /
53°F
|
Tomorrow
Showers
Cloudy and mild with showers
|
High:
|
18°C /
64°F
|
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Low:
|
11°C /
51°F
|
|
Thursday:
|
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Cloudy
|
High:
16°C /
60°F
|
Low:
7°C /
44°F
|
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Friday:
|
|
Cloudy
|
High:
16°C /
60°F
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Low:
6°C /
42°F
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