Do you intend to travel to China? With its ancient culture and cuisine that is part of our daily lives, the country is the dream of many Brazilians, who still see the country as an exotic destination and whose travel can be a little difficult.

Is this what you imagine? Do you think that getting to this fascinating country is so difficult that you have already given up on the trip and thought about another destination? Well, if your answer is yes, we are here to change that idea.
To do this, we have prepared a complete text, with everything you need to know to pack your bags and prepare to discover China. Check out the full text below.

What do I need to travel to China?

Like most countries, Brazilians who want to visit China need to apply for a visa. As it is a bureaucratic process, it is necessary to follow exactly the rules defined by the consulate, in addition to presenting the necessary documents.

The Chinese government releases three types of visas: tourist, for those going to the country for pleasure, study, aimed at those who are going to take a course, and work, for people who have been hired by companies in the country or multinationals that have activities in China.

To apply for a Chinese visa, interested parties need to look for the Chinese consulate, which is located in the states of São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Brasília.

During the visa application process, you must present your passport (with a minimum validity of six months), a 3x4 photo, accommodation reservation, letter from the company in Brazil, invitation letter from the company in China and reservation area with locator

For a regular visa, the issuance period is around 4 to 5 working days. The visa can be for up to 5 years, with the right to multiple entries. However, pay attention to the validity of your passport, which is 6 months.

How to get to China

Now that you have your plane ticket and accommodation in hand, you may be wondering: after all, how do you get to the country? As there are no direct flights leaving Brazil for China, to land there you have to go to some point in Europe or the Middle East and then head to Beijing, the Chinese capital.

Vaccine

As we are still facing a pandemic, it is advisable that all travelers bring proof of vaccination to prove immunization. In addition, you must be vaccinated against yellow fever.

Chinese tourist attractions

China's ancient culture is one of the reasons why many Brazilians decide to venture into the country. Therefore, we have prepared a list of the main local tourist attractions. See below.

Great wall of China

Classified as one of the seven wonders of the world, the Great Wall of China is one of the country's main tourist attractions. It is 6 thousand kilometers long and can be seen from space, such is its magnitude. A symbol of the country's culture, the Wall is one of the most visited spots by tourists.

Jiuzhaigou National Park
The area is one of China's most beautiful tourist spots and is richly preserved. Tourists can enjoy its 72 thousand hectares of nature, a refuge and a sight for sore eyes.

Terracotta Warriors
Another of China's most famous tourist attractions, the terracotta warriors attract thousands of visitors every year. Carved in an area of the city of Xi'an, the warriors are also classified as UNESCO world heritage sites, due to their historical importance.

Prohibited city
Another unmissable destination on a trip to China is visiting the Forbidden City of Beijing. Located in the country's capital, the area is home to the largest architectural complex in the world ever built in wood, considered a Palace Museum.

silk road
Closing our list is the silk route. As is known, historically, China was known as the main producer of this fabric. Therefore, anyone visiting the country should not miss this route.
The Silk Road is at the end of the Great Wall of China, in the province of Gansu, a place that enchants visitors, while telling those who are there about the country's culture and history.

Curiosities
For many people who still don't know China, the country is a peculiar place, to say the least, with those old buildings and people dressed like we see in the movies, with their typical clothes.

Well, if you imagine China like that, you might end up a little disappointed. Or a lot. This is because China is a nation full of contrasts. In other words, it is historical, at the same time as it is modern.

For example, during a visit, you can follow ancient traditions, participate in tea ceremonies as they were done in the past or admire monuments that are thousands of years old and, on this same tour, check out the modern features of recently erected buildings.

When it comes to gastronomy, visitors can either check out local restaurants and typical street food stalls or choose to eat at fast food tables.

And, when it comes to staying, you can either choose an old place, which seems to have been frozen in time, or choose a five-star hotel, full of modern amenities. Like the ones we find here, in Brazil.

Culture is another interesting point, because it is possible to watch performances by street artists, something so typical, especially on tourist streets, which maintain the country's traditional architecture, while having a coffee in international chains.
In other words, walking around China means coming across the new and the old at every corner.

Gigantism

Another very striking feature of China that will catch the attention of anyone who arrives in the country is its gigantism, especially in the number of people. So much so that wherever the visitor is they will find a lot of people. And queues, especially at tourist attractions, which are always crowded.

This is also a reality in cities unknown to visitors. Many of them, in fact, have more people than many countries.

Another curiosity that stands out to visitors is the size of Chinese enterprises. There, everything is big: buildings, airports. After all, to accommodate so many people requires a lot of scale.