Travelers and digital nomads, rejoice! China has rolled out a 144-hour visa-free transit policy that's breaking the internet – and it's your golden ticket to explore mega-cities like Shanghai, Beijing, and Guangzhou hassle-free.
The policy, trending at #1 on Douyin (China's TikTok), allows passport holders from 53+ countries to visit for six whole days while transiting to another destination. No more visa application marathons – just epic Great Wall selfies and soup dumpling feasts!
Social media is exploding with itineraries: \"72 hours in Chengdu? Spicy hotpot crawl + panda cuddles = done!\" tweeted @WanderlustSam. TikTok creators are racking up views with guides to maximizing 144 hours (pro tip: high-speed trains connect cities faster than a K-pop dance trend ).
While tourism boards celebrate the boost, experts note: \"This bridges East-West cultural gaps better than any textbook\", says travel analyst Li Mei. The policy currently applies to 18 entry points including coastal hubs and inland gems like Xi'an.
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