China expands visa-free travel to 74 countries, Africa left out

Big crowds are back at the Temple of Heaven in Beijing and many other places in China, as the country expands visa-free travel to boost tourism revenue.

Starting July 16, a total of 74 countries will be able to travel to China for 30 days without a visa.

“This really helps people to travel because (the) visa is such a hassle,” said Georgi Shavadze, a Georgian living in Austria.

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