Beijing, China — City Information
City Facts
- Location
- Municipality of Beijing, northern China.
- Time Zone
- GMT + 8 (GMT + 7 from last Sunday in March to Saturday before last Sunday in October).
- Electricity
- 220 volts AC, 50Hz; two-pin plugs are standard.
- Average January Temperatures
- - 3°C (27°F).
- Average July Temperatures
- 26°C (79°F).
- Average Annual Rainfall
- 890mm (34.7 inches).
Cost of Living
| 1.00 GBP = 10.39 CNY |
| 1.00 USD = 6.47 CNY |
| 1.00 EUR = 9.14 CNY |
| Currency conversion rates as of 19 July 2011 |
Special Events
Chinese New Year
January-March
Throughout the city
The Bookworm International Literary Festival
March
Brings together award-winning authors, poets and journalists from China and overseas.
The Bookworm Café
Website: www.beijingbookworm.com
Beijing International Kite Festival
April
Colorful international festival providing its visitors a taste of dragon dances, flying kites and traditional Chinese music.
Various venues
Anniversary of the founding of the Chinese Communist Party
1 July
Throughout the city
Anniversary of the founding of the People's Liberation Army
1 August
Throughout the city
Beijing International Music Festival
August/September
Varied program of musical events and concerts.
Throughout the city
Website: www.bimfa.org
Mid-Autumn Festival
Late September
Also known as The Moon Festival, this event means family reunion to Chinese people so it is one of the most important traditional festivals. Admiring the full moon and eating moon cakes are the traditional activities held on this day.
Throughout the city
China Open Tennis Tournament
October
Beijing Olympic Green Tennis Center
Website: www.chinaopen.com.cn
Beijing International Marathon
Late-October
City center
Website: www.beijing-marathon.com
Beijing International Theater & Dance Festival
Mid-November
Showcases the best of local and global contemporary dance.
Poly Theater
