Chaozhou, Guangdong, China uses Asia/Shanghai, currently CST (UTC+08:00). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.
Chaozhou ranks among the biggest cities in China, home to around 1.8 million people. Unlike many places, it does not observe daylight saving time.
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The historic old town holds much of Chaozhou's cultural character and puts key sights within walking distance of one another, while newer districts spread further out. Staying near the old town is generally the most convenient choice for sightseeing.
The old city's temples, bridges, and traditional streets are pleasant to explore on foot, ideally in the cooler morning hours or outside the height of summer humidity. Tea houses offer a relaxed way to experience local culture.
The old town is compact and best explored on foot, while buses and taxis connect it to newer districts further out. Ride-hailing apps are a convenient option for longer trips across the city.
Chaozhou has a subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters, so spring and autumn generally bring the most comfortable weather for walking tours of the old town. Summer heat and humidity can be considerable.
China uses the CNY, calling code +86.
China uses the Chinese yuan (renminbi), and Mandarin Chinese is the national language, with the local Chaoshan dialect also widely spoken. Tea is central to local hospitality, and accepting a cup when offered is a small but meaningful courtesy.
