Top 10 tips for Westerners traveling in Beijing

By Kristen McAvoy and Elizabeth Rabe
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Watch out for umbrellas,one of the 'Top 10 tips for Westerners traveling in Beijing'by China.org.cn.

Tip 9: Watch out for umbrellas
In contrast to the West's definition of beauty, the Chinese value fair skin. Hence, regardless of rain or sunshine, a typical Chinese female is equipped with an umbrella. With a population of approximately 17 million, however, these ornate accessories quickly become hazards to distracted eyes.

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