Translation. Region: Russian Federal
Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian –
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
As tours to China become more accessible and attractive, traveling and shopping in this country is becoming a new trend among foreign tourists. The practical advice – “When going to China, be sure to take an empty suitcase!” – has recently caused a heated discussion on foreign social networks. From “traveling around China” to “shopping in China”: the emotions of traveling and sweeping goods off the shelves make foreign guests unanimously exclaim: “Super!”
Simon and Mary, who came from Australia, are very interested in tech products, so they made Huaqiangbei (Shenzhen) the last stop of their trip. Very soon, they had a rich “catch”: phone accessories, fans, headphones and portable chargers filled two huge bags. In the guidebooks that foreign tourists share with each other, Huaqiangbei, a paradise of high technology and a place where you can haggle to your heart’s content, is gradually becoming a must-see, popular attraction.
After choosing the goods on the upper floors, you can go down and immediately arrange delivery. Huaqiangbei has all kinds of services: currency exchange, international logistics, tax refund on purchased goods, which is equivalent to a 10% discount. According to the seller of the Chinese-made drone store, they currently sell about 50 drones a week, half of which are purchased by foreign tourists. Data from the tax refund agency also shows that sales of Chinese smartphones and drones are in the lead, accounting for 38% of all tax refund requests.
Andy volunteers in Huaqiangbei. He believes that the current shopping boom among foreign tourists in Huaqiangbei is not only due to the low prices: “The range of goods here is truly amazing. There is a huge choice, for every budget. “Variety” is the word I would use to describe it. It’s really great!”