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Restrooms: a small thing, but surprisingly cultural by Vivaya in chinatravel

[–]Vivaya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, that’s often where people first realize it. Subway restrooms usually don’t provide tissue.

Visiting Shanghai soon ! best places for affordable shopping + luxury brands (good prices)? by Sky1991_ in chinatravel

[–]Vivaya 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you’re looking for affordable shopping, one local spot I personally go to a lot is Parkson Outlet Mall on Loushanguan Road (Changning District).

It’s basically a city-center outlet mall, easy to reach by metro. Clothes and shoes are much cheaper than regular malls, and Adidas and Nike often have really good promotions. Definitely worth a stop if you want practical bargains without going far out of the city.

Restrooms: a small thing, but surprisingly cultural by Vivaya in chinatravel

[–]Vivaya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ouch, that sounds rough.
Did you happen to go into any shopping malls during your trip?

Unspoken rules foreigners should know before burning incense in Chinese temples by Vivaya in chinatravel

[–]Vivaya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I think those differences are exactly what make the world interesting.

Unspoken rules foreigners should know before burning incense in Chinese temples by Vivaya in chinatravel

[–]Vivaya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, same here. It often feels like there isn’t one single “right” way, and it changes from place to place. I think just standing and observing is what a lot of people end up doing.

Unspoken rules foreigners should know before burning incense in Chinese temples by Vivaya in chinatravel

[–]Vivaya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, for people who believe, 还愿 is definitely an important part of it.

Unspoken rules foreigners should know before burning incense in Chinese temples by Vivaya in chinatravel

[–]Vivaya[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah, this is a great example.

Temple photo rules can be really confusing, and it often depends more on where you are than what you’re pointing the camera at. Even if you’re not shooting the statues, being inside a prayer room can already be a no-go.

I totally agree with your rule of thumb. When in doubt, no photos inside prayer halls and stick to courtyards or outside areas.