Rural China is anything but international. Foreigners are so uncommon that you may find yourself positively goggled at by small children and adults alike. And here, foreigners may find themselves restricted in ways they wouldn’t in large cities.

Having a non-Asian appearance in China can sometimes make you feel like a celebrity. Especially in areas where foreigners are rare, many people openly stare at Westerners and try out their favorite English word, “hello”.

AP - China's secretive communist government said Tuesday it has approved rules boosting official transparency but added that state secrets have to be safeguarded and social stability preserved.