Safety & Security - Photography

 

You may photograph in most locations, except in most museums and archeological sites (notably the main pit of the Terra-cotta Warriors), while some institutions allow you to take photos if you pay a fee in advance.

Do ask for permission first if you try to take photos of people closely.

Color print film, memory stick for digital camera is widely available, especially in the medium-sized and big cities, black and white or slide film much less so. Video film can be found but not always readily. All security X-ray machines on mainland China and at Hong Kong airport are film-safe.

It is advisable to have filters with you as sometimes it might be hazy in the city/area you are to visit.