Located in northeastern China, Shenyang is the capital city of Liaoning Province and the fourth largest city in the country. The city is a major industrial centre producing machine tools, copper, machinery, steel and electrical equipment.
Originally an 11th-century Mongol trading hub, Shenyang is a bustling city that is home to numerous temples, tombs, gardens, and pagodas. Shenyang is also the birthplace of internationally renowned composer Seiji Ozawa.
Plug TypeLanguageMandarin Chinese, Dongbei dialect, EnglishPopulation7.2 millionTime ZoneGMT +8 hoursMeasuresMetric SystemVoltage220 voltsMobile PhonesGSM 900/1800Visas 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 PRC Embassy or Consulate for further details.
Visa requirements from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of ChinaThe currency in China is known as renmenbi (RMB). The 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)
A 15% surcharge, including government tax, is applicable in most hotels and some private restaurants.Many mid-range and top-end restaurants include their own service charge that varies. Officially, tipping is considered inappropriate and is discouraged.Bank Hours9am to 5.30pm, Monday to FridayOffice Hours9am to 5.30pm, Monday to FridayShop Hours8-9am to 9pm or later throughout the week
Department stores are open 9am to 9pm every day. Opening hours may vary.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.
Traders Hotel, Shenyang recommends you drink only boiled or bottled water. Complimentary bottled drinking water is available in every room.
Dress is generally informal in Shenyang except on social, diplomatic or government occasions when a suit and tie is appropriate. Winter requires heavy clothing, including coats, hats, and gloves as temperatures can drop to well below freezing with strong winds. Light clothing is appropriate for the spring and summer months.Shenyang has a diverse climate ranging from warm during the summer—20C to 30C (68F to 86F)—to extremely cold during the winter—-10C to -23C (14F to -10F).