The first thing you should know about living in Beijing is that it has horrible air quality. Beijing’s air quality has long been a cause of concern, but the effects of its extreme levels of pollution can now been seen in physical changes to the architecture of the city. Heavy-duty face masks with purifying canister filters – of the sort you might wear for a day of asbestos removal – are frequently seen on the streets. On bad days, bike lanes are completely deserted, as people stay at home or retreat to the conditioned environments of hermetically-sealed malls.
GETTING AROUND - The underground train (the subway) in Beijing is clean, efficient, cheap, air conditioned, easily navigated in English, and can be the fastest and most convenient form of transportation within the city. If riding a bus make sure to take a few precautions. They can be extremely crowded, so be sure to secure your personal belongings. Buses generally take their time, which means that passengers require ample patience to stay sane. Plan a detailed transfer route before beginning a voyage. Finding a taxi in Beijing is usually not a problem except at busy times when it becomes impossible. There are many available throughout the city, but make sure to bring a map and know the desired destination because few drivers speak English.Riding a bicycle is a great way to explore the city, don't plan on doing so unless you are a master of the bicycle and are prepared for some dicey navigating. Two notes on Beijing street signs. The signs above an intersection indicate the street on which you are traveling, not the street over which you are crossing. Also, be sure to learn the Chinese words for "north," (Bei 北) "east," (Dong 东) "south" (Nan 南) and "west" (Xi 西) as they will help you differentiate streets that may appear to have the same name.
EDUCATION
China education is the largest education system in the world. The educational system in Beijing, as elsewhere in China, consists of six years of universal primary education and six years of secondary education,Both the government and a number of private groups operate nurseries and kindergartens for younger children to make it easier for their mothers to work. The early years of primary education emphasize reading, writing, and arithmetic, with history, geography, and science added in the later years. There are three types of secondary schools: general middle schools, which offer college-preparatory courses; normal schools, which prepare students to attend teacher training colleges; and vocational and technical schools.
China education is the largest education system in the world. The educational system in Beijing, as elsewhere in China, consists of six years of universal primary education and six years of secondary education,Both the government and a number of private groups operate nurseries and kindergartens for younger children to make it easier for their mothers to work. The early years of primary education emphasize reading, writing, and arithmetic, with history, geography, and science added in the later years. There are three types of secondary schools: general middle schools, which offer college-preparatory courses; normal schools, which prepare students to attend teacher training colleges; and vocational and technical schools.