About this place
Leave room to observe everyday life rather than treating every neighborhood as a staged attraction. Ask before photographing people or entering a workshop. In places of worship, follow posted rules and the guidance of the people responsible for the site. Buying a local craft is optional; learning about the maker can be as valuable as making a purchase.
Before you go
Keep your hotel's Chinese name, full street address and reception telephone number available offline. Show the destination card rather than relying only on pronunciation. Confirm the district and entrance with your driver, and avoid storing passport scans or payment details on a public shared screen.
Sources and further reading
Choose one main destination for a short visit and add a second only after checking the transfer. Group sights by actual location, not by how close their names look in a list. Keep the arrival day light, allow time to collect luggage and reach the hotel, and reserve an unplanned block for weather or transport changes.
