Population
13,000,000+
Language
Mandarin
Currency
Yuan Renminbi – CNY
Tip
All top-end hotels and some restaurants add a 'service charge' of 10% or 15%, however tipping is not customary.
When to go
Autumn is an optimal time to visit Beijing.
Electricity
220V/50Hz
Phone
country dialling code: 86
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