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700 Jian She Avenue
Hankou, Wuhan 430015
China
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Local Time
2.05pm (GMT+8)

Local Weather
High: 31C/88F
Low: 23C/73F
Facts for the Traveller
At a Glance | Visas | Currency | Taxes | Tipping | Business Hours | Public Health | Dress | Weather | View All
At a Glance
Wuhan is the capital of Hubei province, and is the most populous city in central China. It lies at the junction of the Yangtze and Han rivers. The city is actually a conglomeration of what were once three independent cities: Wuchang, Hankou and Hanyang. A vibrant, cosmopolitan city, Wuhan is experiencing a boom that has it rivaling Shanghai and Nanjing as one of China’s most successful urban areas.Plug Type
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LanguageMandarin ChinesePopulation9 millionTime ZoneGMT +8 hoursMeasuresMetric SystemVoltage220 voltsMobile PhonesGSM 900
Visas
Visas are required for all international travellers entering mainland China. Travellers carrying passports from Brunei, Japan or Singapore can enjoy visa-free access to China for up to 15 days.
Visas are readily available from Chinese embassies and consulates in most Western and many other countries. A standard 30-day, single-entry visa from most Chinese embassies abroad can be issued in three to five working days.  You can also make visa arrangements at certain travel agencies. Visa applications generally require at least one photo.
A 30-day visa is activated on the date you enter China, and must be used within three months of the date of issue. Standard tourist visas, valid for 30-day visits, are generally easy to acquire, while visas valid for more than 30 days are often more difficult to obtain.
Please consult with your travel agent, China International Travel Service, China Travel Service, or any Chinese Embassy or Consulate for further details.Visa Requirements from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China
Currency
The Chinese currency is known as renminbi (RMB). The basic unit of money itself is called the yuan (CNY). 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:
.14
US Dollar (USD)
.14
Australian Dollar (AUD)
.09
Euro (EUR)
.07
British Pound (GBP)
1.08
Hong Kong Dollar (HKD)
5.96
Indian Rupee (INR)
14.74
Japanese Yen (JPY)
.18
New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
.19
Singapore Dollar (SGD)
Taxes
A 15% surcharge including government tax is applicable in most hotels and some private restaurants.
Tipping
Many mid-range and top-end restaurants include their own service charge that varies. Officially, tipping is considered inappropriate and is discouraged.
Business Hours
Bank Hours8.30am to 5pm, Monday through Friday
8.30am to 3pm, Saturday & SundayOffice Hours8.30am to 5.30 pm, Monday through FridayShop Hours10 am to 9 pm
Public Health

Visitors entering China are required to complete a health declaration form. Check with your local doctor or health care professional about vaccination requirements before you plan your trip.

Shangri-La recommends you drink only boiled or bottled water during your stay in Wuhan. Bottled drinking water is available in every room.

Dress
Dress is generally informal in Wuhan except on social, diplomatic or government occasions when a suit and tie is appropriate.
Weather
Wuhan is known for its hot and humid weather. Expect temperatures ranging from 21C to 31C (70F to 88F) during the summer to cool winter temperatures of 1C to 10C (33F to 51F).
Five-Day Forecast
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Sunday
Cloudy, Thunder Showers

Cloudy, Thunder Showers

Morning t-storms; variable clouds, humid
High: 31C
Low: 23C
High: 88F
Low: 73F
Thunderstorms

Thunderstorms

Cloudy and very humid with thunderstorms
High: 30C
Low: 24C
High: 86F
Low: 75F
Showers

Showers

Mainly cloudy, a shower or two; humid
High: 32C
Low: 27C
High: 90F
Low: 81F
Showers

Showers

Clouds and humid with a shower or two
High: 33C
Low: 27C
High: 91F
Low: 81F
Thunderstorms

Thunderstorms

Cloudy, a t-storm or two in the p.m.
High: 34C
Low: 26C
High: 93F
Low: 79F
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