10 tips for westerners traveling in Beijing

Watch where you step

Tip 3: Watch where you step[Photo/China.org.cn]

In contrast to popu lar belief, a lot of Chinese are proud canine owners. Unfortunately, grass is a rare com modity in Beijing so the sidewalks are where man's best friend does his business. Don't get too distracted or you will regret it for the rest of the day. Also, be on the lookout for traffic as pedestrians in China do not have the right of way.