Ningbo has poured a great deal of money into its infrastructure to ensure that it becomes a significant transportation hub in the Yangtze River Delta. The city's airport has limited international flights but a great deal of services across China, many of ... Read More>>

Ningbo Ferry Ports: Baisha Wharf (Ningbo Port Passenger Transport Center) Ferries from this terminal mainly take passengers to Putuoshan Island, though visitors should note that if they would like to take their car, they must travel from Zhenhai Wharf. ... Read More>>

There is currently no subway system in Ningbo. However, the city is planning to finish two lines, Light rail lines 1 and 2 before 2015. Other lines are also poised to open in the future. Read More>>

The bus network in Ningbo is quite extensive and is a very economical way to travel around Ningbo, but is notoriously busy and crowded during rush hour. A single journey on a standard bus costs 1 RMB, doubling to 2 RMB for the air-conditioned buses. ... Read More>>

Though Ningbo's nightlife options aren't particularly varied, there are still a few places for foreigners looking to see some friendly faces and have a good time. Well established expatriate hangouts Le Cargo, LBB and Shamrock are the visitor's best bet for ... Read More>>

Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) is located approximately 12 kilometers southwest of the city, operating services to Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, Bangkok, Seoul as well as a wide range of domestic destinations. Passengers can travel to the airport ... Read More>>

Crystal Sugar Turtle (Bingtang Jiayu) 冰糖甲鱼 Dry Fried River Eel (Guoshao Heman) 锅烧河鳗 Yellow Croaker with Sea Cucumber (Huangyu Haishen) 黄鱼海参 Fried Lichen Cubes (Taicai Xiaofangkao) 苔菜小方烤 Goose Liver Fried with Pork Fat (Wangyou Bao'e'gan) ... Read More>>

Visitors without a Chinese driver license will be unable to hire a car in Ningbo, so many visitors choose to hire a car with a chauffer. Prices vary according to make of car and length of time. Travelers should also know that the rentals can be charged at ... Read More>>

Ningbo-style crispy pancakes, pastries and buns are rated among China’s top twelve snack foods. Coming in dozens upon dozens of varieties, Ningbo pastries and snacks are often likened to those found in Shanghai, due to constant and frequent migration ... Read More>>

Vital Statistics (2006) GDP: RMB286.45 billion GDP Per Capita: RMB 51,285 Economic Growth Rate: 13.4% Population: 2.16million (urban)-3.44 million (rural) FDI: US$2.43 billion Annual Average Wage: RMB 19,674 Government Effectiveness Rating: 33rd 2006 ... Read More>>

Long-Distance Bus Ningbo has four long-distance bus-stations, from where visitors can travel to cities across the region and most major destinations in China. The stations are extremely crowded, so passengers should ensure they have plenty of time to get to ... Read More>>

Ningbo covers an area just under 10,000 square kilometers, with a population of 7.605 million, 5.195 million of whom live in urban areas. Among the residents, there are 3.884 million males and 3.722 females, accounting for 51.06% and 48.94% of the total ... Read More>>

The nightlife in Ningbo is similar to that in most Chinese cities, where a growing number of bars and KTV boxes fringed with neon dot the city. Many of the waiters in bars such as the True Love Disco Club and Bourbon Street speak English, making ordering ... Read More>>

Zhejiang cuisine, also called "Yong cuisine", is comprised of three cities' respective flavors, of which Ningbo is one. Ningbo cuisine differentiates itself from the rest of Zhejiang cuisine through its unique seafood, incorporating such unlikely ... Read More>>

Chenghuang Temple Snack Street 城隍庙小吃街 Add: Chenghuang Temple Walking Street, Haishu District, Ningbo Gulou Snacks Street 鼓楼小吃街 Add：Gongyuan Lu, Gulou Walking Street, Ningbo Read More>>

Ningbo is located on the coast of China, in the south section of Yangtze Delta. The city has four distinct seasons: in winter, the temperature drops to 2C (35F), rising to 32C (89F) in July: September is the wettest month. Read More>>

• GDP: RMB 601 billion (2011)• Per Capita Disposable Income of Urban Residents: RMB 34,058 (2011)• Economic Growth Rate: 10% (2011)• Resident Population: 7.6 million (2010)• Unemployment Rate: 3.44% (2011)• Enrollment Rate for ... Read More>>

Ningbo's long transition from a Neolithic community in nearly 5,000 years BC to the modern city it is today has left the area with numerous protected monuments, and a place on the list of of the best tourist cities in China. Read More>>

The city of Ningbo faces the East China Sea on the northeast coat of the Province of Zhejiang near to Shanghai in the south of Hangzhou Bay. Thanks to its location and long use as a port since the Tang Dynasty, it has become one of the four most important ... Read More>>

Though there are three train networks in Ningbo, only one is a passenger network, and it operates from the South Train Station. The ticket office is extremely busy, so visitors should take advantage of one of the major hotels or the China Travel Service ... Read More>>

The first three and a half kilometers of any journey is 10 RMB. 2 RMB will be added for every additional kilometer. There is also a 2 RMB gas surcharge. Surcharges are added for long journeys and journeys taken during the night. Taxi Hotline: 0574 8189 0000 ... Read More>>

China Country Code Number: 0086 Ningbo City Code Number: 0574 Postcode: 315000 Emergency & Most Commonly Used Fire: 119 First Aid: 120 Police Station: 110 Check Telephone Number: 114 Telephone Failure Complaining (free): 112 Weather Report: ... Read More>>

Woven Bamboo Articles (Fanhuang Zhuke) 翻簧竹刻 Bone-inlaid Carvings (Gumu Xiangxian) 骨木镶嵌 Wood Carving (Zhujin Mudiao) 朱金木雕 Gold and Silver Embroidery (Jinyin Xiu) 金银绣 Woven Bamboo Articles (Fanhuang Zhuke) 翻簧竹刻 Head out to Aizhong Township ... Read More>>

Ningbo is a major textile and garment manufacturing hub, and clothing tends to be even cheaper here than in other Chinese cities. Finding something that fits, however, takes a little more searching. Check around at the markets near Tianyi Square and you'll ... Read More>>