| 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 to |
| China. We'll talk about the time of year to go, when to | | | | experience if you don't mind being overcrowded. |
| avoid China and some points of interest. | | | | The Harbin's Ice Festival is held in Zhaolin Park. It starts |
| Times to Go | | | | in the beginning of January and runs through the end of |
| China can get pretty cold in the winter. For instance, | | | | February. This ice festival is a spectacle that features |
| Temperatures in Beijing are average highs of 40F and | | | | huge ice sculptures of legendary figures and animals. |
| lows of 14F. In Hong Kong, the temperatures are more | | | | It's held at this time of the year, because the |
| bearable58 F 75 F. The summers can get a little warm | | | | temperatures a freezing. The average temperature will |
| for some, but it's the best time of the year to visit | | | | be around 20 F. If you like the cold, or can stand it, this |
| China. Temperatures can reach 90 F in Beijing and | | | | is one festival to check out. |
| 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 early | | | | falls on September 8, is a celebrated event. It's also |
| to mid-February, the Chinese hold their Spring | | | | home to many Confucius points of interest, such as |
| Festivalwe also know it as Chinese New Year. | | | | the Confucius Temple. |
| February is when most Chinese either take a vacation | | | | China is full of great travel points. Don't try to tackle |
| or limit work time. Therefore, the country is crowded | | | | them all in one visit. Pick an area and savor the |
| with travelers and businesses are closed or operating | | | | moments while you are there. Beijing is in the north and |
| during limited hours. | | | | Hong Kong is in the south. |