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City Guide Beijing is the capital of China and is located in the northeastern part of the country. It is the political, economic, cultural, educational and international trade center of the country. Beijing has a population of nearly 21 million people. It hosted the 2008 Summer Olympic Games and is home to four UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Jinan , the capital of the Province on China's East Coast, is the provincial political, economic and cultural center. It is about 250 miles south of Beijing, and has a population of 6 million people. It is famous for its many fresh water springs.

Qingdao is located on the coast in the northeastern part of China and has a population of approximately 5 million. Qingdao is home to the world’s busiest , and is famous for its European architecture from its time as a German colony.

Shanghai is China’s largest city center by population with more than 23 million and is the most developed of China’s cities. It serves as China’s financial and commercial center, and is located in the middle of the East Coast of China. The city’s port is the busiest container port in the world by the total volume of ships handled.

Tianjin Located just 75 miles southeast of Beijing, is China’s third largest city and one of the fastest growing economies in the country. The city has a population of 13 million. Tianjin is famous for its tea, colonial architecture and the country’s largest antique market.

Airports Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)  The airport is located 16 miles (26km) northeast of Beijing’s city center.  An Airport Express train and taxis provide transportation from the airport to the city center.  Transportation to the city center from PEK via Airport Express has a one-way fare of ¥25 (US$4) and an average time of 25 minutes.  Transportation to the city center from PEK via taxi has an average cost of ¥90 (US$14.50) and an average time of 1 hour.

Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA)  The airport is located 24 miles (40km) northeast of Jinan’s city center.  Transportation to the city center from TNA via has a one-way fare of ¥20 (US$3.25) and an average time of 45 minutes.  Jinan is also accessible from Beijing via the China High Speed Rail with an average time of 1.5 hours and a cost of ¥65 (US$10.50).

Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)  The airport is located 20 miles (32km) north of Qingdao’s city center.  Transportation to the city center from TAO via taxi has an average cost of ¥130 (US$21) and an average time of 30 minutes.

Shanghai International Airport (PVG)  The airport is located 24 miles (40km) east of Shanghai’s city center.  , high-speed Maglev rail and taxis provide transportation from the airport to the city center.  Transportation to the city center from PVG via bus costs between ¥15-30 (US$2.40-4.80) and has an average time of 90 minutes.  Transportation to the city center from PVG via high-speed Maglev rail has an average cost of ¥50 (US$8) and has an average time of 10 minutes.  Transportation to the city center from PVG via taxi has an average cost of ¥160 (US$26) and an average time of at least 1 hour.

Tianjin Binhai International Airport (ZBTJ)  The airport is located 9 miles (15km) east of Tianjin’s city center.  Buses and taxis provide transportation from the airport to the city center.  Transportation to the city center from ZBTJ via bus costs ¥25 (US$4) and has an average time of 45 minutes.  Tianjin is also accessible from Beijing via China High Speed Rail with an average time of 30 minutes and cost of ¥65 (US$10.50).

Transportation Beijing  Bus: Beijing’s bus system is cost efficient and convenient. Bus fares are ¥1 (US$0.15) and a 60% discount if you purchase a pre-paid, multi-use card from a subway station. While buses are inexpensive and cover most of the city, they are often difficult for tourists to use as English is rarely spoken or written on signs.  Taxi: Taxis are a convenient and inexpensive form of transportation in Beijing, but trips can be delayed by rush hour traffic. If taking a taxi to your destination, it is advised that you have the address written in Chinese characters in order to assist drivers with limited English.  Subway: Beijing’s extensive subway system consists of 15 lines and runs from 5:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. It is extremely crowded during rush hours. Tickets cost ¥2 (US$0.30) per ride, and travelers can purchase a pre-paid, multi-use card.

Jinan  Taxi: Taxis are the most convenient form of transportation for visitors in Jinan. Drivers, however, rarely speak English, so it is imperative that you provide the address of your destination written in Chinese.

Qingdao  Bus: The bus system in Qingdao is inexpensive and efficient. Bus trips cost ¥1 (US$0.15) for a regular bus and ¥2 (US$0.30) for air conditioned buses. Dedicated bus lanes make riding the bus a faster option during rush hours.  Taxi: Taxis are the most convenient form of transportation for visitors in Qingdao. If taking a taxi to your destination, it is advised that you have the address written in Chinese characters in order to assist drivers with limited English.

Shanghai  Bus: The bus system is a more extensive option than the subway system, but the majority of route information is not written in English, making it complicated for visitors. Trips are ¥2 (US$0.30) each.  Taxi: Taxis are the most convenient form of transportation for visitors in Shanghai. If taking a taxi to your destination, it is advised that you have the address written in Chinese characters in order to assist drivers with limited English. If you do not have the address in Chinese, taxi drivers in Shanghai typically have the number for a translator that can assist you.  Subway: Shanghai’s subway system has 12 lines and seven new lines under construction. Fares range from ¥3-¥9 (US$0.50-$1.50) depending upon the distance.

Tianjin  Bus: Buses in Tianjin travel throughout the city, but language barriers make traveling on them complicated for visitors. Fares range from ¥1-¥1.5 (US$0.16-$0.25) depending upon the distance.  Taxi: Taxis are the most convenient form of transportation for visitors in Tianjin. Tourist maps are available at hotels and throughout the city and have location names in both English and Chinese in order to assist travelers.  Subway: The subway system in Tianjin is currently in the process of expanding beyond its 50 stations and four lines. Fares range from ¥2-¥5 (US$0.30-$0.80) depending upon the distance.

Hotels Price Key Shanghai $ 100-200 USD per night Hilton Shanghai ($) $$ 200-300 USD per night No.250 Hua Shan Road,Jing'an $$$ 300-400 USD per night Shanghai 200040, China www.hilton.com/china Beijing Holiday Inn Downtown Beijing ($) InterContinental Shanghai ($$) No.98 Beilishi Road, Xicheng Distrct, No.118 Ruijin Er , Huangpu District, Beijing 100037, China Shanghai 200020, China www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/beijing/pe www.intercontinental.com/shanghairuijin gdt/hoteldetail The Portman Ritz-Carlton ($$$) InterContinental ($$) No.1376 West Road, Jing'an District No.11 Financial Street, Shanghai 200040, China Beijing 100033, China www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/Shanghai www.intercontinental.com/icbeijing Tianjin The Ritz-Carlton Beijing Financial Street ($$$) Crowne Plaza Tianjin Binhai ($) No.1 East Jinchengfang Street, Financial Street, No.55 Zhongxin Avenue, Airport Ind, Dongli Xicheng District, Beijing 100032, China District www.ritzcarlton.com/Beijing Tianjin 300308 , China www.ihg.com/crowneplaza

Jinan Hotel IndigoTianjin Haihe ($$) Hyatt Regency Jinan ($) No.314 Jiefang South Road, Hexi District, No.187 Jingsi Road Tianjin 300202, China Shizhong District, Jinan, China www.ihg.com/hotelindigo www.jinan.regency.hyatt.com Qingdao Sofital Jinan Silver Plaza ($) Holiday Inn Qingdao City Center ($$) 66 Luoyuan Avenue No.1 Road Shandong 250063, Jinan, China , Jinan 250063, China www..com/gb/hotel-2875-sofitel-jinan- www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/qingdao/d silver-plaza aoxr/hoteldetail

InterContinental Quingdao ($$$) No.98 Ao Men Road, Qingdao 266071 China www.intercontinental.com/Qingdao

Restaurants Price Key Din Tai Fung ($) $ 25-50 USD Shanghai Center $$ 50-100 USD No.1376, Nanjing West Rd. $$$ 100-150 USD Shanghai www.dintaifungusa.com Beijing Dumplings & Noodle

Qingdao Element Fresh ($)

8-3-3 No. 8 Building, 19 South Sanlitun Street Napoli68 Italian Restaurant Chaoyang District, Beijing 100027 43 Xianggang West Road www.elementfresh.com International and Asian Fusion Tian Xia Yi Pin ($$) DaDong Roast Duck Restaurant ($$) Intercontinental Qingdao 1-2 Nanxincang Guoji Dasha, 22A Dongsishitiao #98 Ao Men Road Dongcheng District, Beijing 100007 Qingdao, Shandong www.dadongdadong.com/en www.intercontinental.com/Qingdao Elegant Traditional Chinese Elegant Traditional Chinese Shanghai Jinan

Element Fresh ($) Hyatt Regency Jinan Restaurant ($$) 181 road, Unit 2, Building 18 187 Jingsi Road North Block Xin Tian Di, Shanghai Shizhong District, Jinan www.elementfresh.com www.jinan.regency.hyatt.com/en/hotel/dining/JinanPala International and Asian Fusion ce.html Wagas ($) Elegant Traditional Chinese 381 Huaihai Middle Rd Huangpu, Shanghai www.wagas.com.cn International

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Local Contact Information State of Georgia - China Embassy Seth Jacobs 55 Anjialou Rd Managing Director - Investment Chaoyang, Beijing - China Tower, Room 1408 T: +86 (10) 8531.3000 17 Dong Hai Xi Road Emergency: +86 (10) 8531.4000 Qingdao 266071, China T: +86 (13) 6816.77111 E: [email protected]

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*Information valid as of September 2013