What should I pay attention to when traveling to border cities?

Because of its unique geographical location and cultural background, border cities have brought novelty and challenges to travel and become the first choice for many travelers. However, compared with other tourist destinations, traveling to border cities needs more attention.

First, know the local environment in advance.

Many border cities have become one of the areas with high security risks because of their geographical location. Ruili, mangshi, Menghai County, etc. Due to the handover with Myanmar and Vietnam, it is an important channel for illegal activities such as drug trafficking and smuggling.

Personally, I suggest calling the local tourism bureau for detailed consultation before going, excluding some red line areas during the trip, or registering basic information at the local police station to prevent accidents.

Second, know the local customs and culture in advance.

It is also important to know the local culture and customs. Border cities are usually the meeting place of multi-cultures, and some words and deeds of local people will be somewhat different from ours. When communicating with local people, we should respect their traditions and customs and avoid offending them.

The best way to quickly understand local cultural customs is to hire a local tour guide, who can learn while listening to his explanation. If you don't want to spend money, I suggest that you can search for some videos explaining the local cultural customs before you go and teach yourself in advance.

Third, know the local weather in advance.

The climate of border cities may be a little different from that of our inland areas, so I suggest you know the weather of your destination before you leave, arrange your trip reasonably according to the changes of seasons, and prepare the clothes you need.

For example, most border cities in China are bordered by Myanmar and Laos, and the local climate is mainly hot. It is cloudy or sunny, so you can bring more light and breathable clothes and some rain-proof tools, such as raincoats and umbrellas.

Fourth, prepare relevant documents in advance.

Some border cities have to carry some documents to enter the country. When planning a trip, it is suggested to inquire with the local tourism bureau or consult the local embassy or consulate in official website in advance to find out whether it is necessary to apply for visas and other documents.

Verb (abbreviation for verb) ensures personal and property safety.

Personal safety is the first priority when traveling in border cities. Secondly, we should protect our personal belongings. It is recommended to take more expensive items with you, such as mobile phone, wallet, ID card, etc. In case of loss.

At the same time, try to avoid going to crowded places. It will be very unsafe if there are many people. In addition, try not to disclose real personal information when communicating with others, and you can make up some false information to prevaricate.