Banking Hours:
Larger bank branches in Chinese major cities are open seven days a week from approximately 9am-5pm, although some banks close between 12-2pm. If you need to use banking services it's safest to go on a weekday before or after lunchtime.
Public (Bank) Holidays - 2008:
- January 1, New Year Holiday
- February 6-8, Chinese New Year Holidays
- April 4, Qing Ming or Tomb Sweeping Day
- May 1, Labor Day
- June 9, Dragon Boat Festival
- September 15, Mid-Autumn Festival
- October 1, National Day

