**One, How to check the schedule of public holidays in China?

1. Official Channels
2. The Chinese Government Website (General Office of the State Council Notice): Every year, the State Council of China releases the public holiday schedule for the next year in advance, including Spring Festival, National Day, Qingming Festival, Labor Day, Dragon Boat Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival, etc. You can obtain this information through the following ways:
   • Visit the Chinese Government website (http://www.gov.cn), search for "holiday schedule" or "Notice of the General Office of the State Council on holiday arrangements".
   • Follow the official website of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of China (https://www.mct.gov.cn) for holiday tips related to tourism.

3. Official websites of Chinese embassies abroad: Some countries' Chinese embassies forward holiday information, making it convenient for international tourists to plan their trips.

4. Third-party Platforms

5. Calendar Tools: Such as mobile calendars (Apple/Android), Google Calendar, etc., which usually mark Chinese statutory holidays.
6. Travel Websites: Ctrip, Fliggy, Trip.com, etc., these platforms synchronize holiday information and provide holiday travel guides.

7. International Websites: Such as Timeanddate (https://www.timeanddate.com) can query the public holidays and adjusted rest days in China.

8. Precautions

9. The public holidays in China often have "adjusted rest day" arrangements (i.e., adjusting weekends to form continuous holidays), so it’s important to pay attention to specific dates.
10. It is recommended to plan your trip 6 months in advance to avoid super peak times like Spring Festival and National Day (such as the Spring Festival holiday in 2024 is from February 10th to 17th, and National Day is from October 1st to 7th).

**Two, Will tourist attractions close during holidays?

1. Normal Situations
2. Most attractions remain open: Popular attractions in China (such as the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, West Lake, Jiuzhaigou, etc.) are generally not closed during public holidays and may even extend opening hours or increase reception capacity.

3. Special closing days to note: Some attractions have fixed closing days (such as the Forbidden City being closed every Monday), and may still close according to the schedule even during holidays, so it’s necessary to check the official announcements in advance.

4. Possible circumstances affecting opening

5. Extreme weather or emergencies: In cases of typhoons, geological disasters, etc., some outdoor scenic areas may temporarily close.
6. Flow control measures: To avoid overcrowding, popular scenic spots (such as Mount Huang, Zhangjiajie) may activate flow control during holidays, requiring advance ticket reservations.

7. Religious or cultural venues: Some temples and museums may adjust their opening hours on certain festivals (such as New Year's Eve and the first day of the lunar year).

8. Peak avoidance suggestions

9. Advance reservation: Reserve tickets through the official website of the scenic spot, WeChat Official Account (such as “Audience Service of the Palace Museum”), or third-party platforms (such as Meituan, Ctrip).
10. Off-peak visits: The first and last two days of holidays see the largest number of visitors; it is suggested to visit during the middle period.
11. Real-time information: Use apps such as "Gaode Map" or "Baidu Map" to check real-time visitor flow at scenic spots.

**Three, Practical Tips for Holiday Travel

1. Transportation and Accommodation
2. High-speed train tickets and air tickets should be booked 1-2 months in advance, with the peak travel period starting 3 days before the holiday.

3. Hotel prices may rise by 2-3 times; it is recommended to choose chain brands or homestay platforms (such as Airbnb, Tujia).

4. Cost Reference

5. During holidays, the price of scenic spot tickets usually remains unchanged, but surrounding catering and transportation costs may slightly increase.

6. Pitfall Avoidance Guide

7. Avoid participating in low-price "one-day tours", beware of forced shopping traps.
8. Use official channels to purchase tickets, beware of scalper fake tickets.