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Time zone 8 hours ahead of GMT, 13 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time and 16 hours ahead of Pacific Standard Time. • Country dialing code 86 • City dialing code 21 • Electricity 220 volts AC, 50Hz; three-pin Australian-style plugs are standard but two-pin and other socket types can be found. • Weather Shanghai's climate is characterized by hot summers and cold winters. In October the days are usually clear, with an average maximum temperature of around 17¡ãC, and nights that can be a chilly 6¡ãC. In spring it is occasionally gray and rainy, with moderate temperatures. • Language The official language is Mandarin Chinese. Many business people in Shanghai speak English to some degree, but interpreters can be arranged if language is a problem. • Visitor information For information in English, call the tourist hotline (86-21/6252-0000; daily 8am-10pm). At Hongqiao Airport dial 86-21/6268-8899 ext 56750 (daily 10am-9.30pm). The concierge desk of your hotel is also a useful place to get information about transport, sightseeing and entertainment. • Useful numbers Taxis: (86-21) 6258-0000 Railway Station: (86-21) 6317-9090 Boat schedules: (86-21) 6326-1261 Tourist Information: (86-21) 6439-0630 China International Travel Service (CITS): (86-21) 6321-7200 |
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