Handshakes are standard in formal settings, but locals may nod or smile. When meeting elders or people in authority, a slight bow of the head is proper.

Chopstick rules: Never stick chopsticks upright in rice (it resembles a funeral ritual). Don't tap bowls with chopsticks (it's seen as begging).

As a local student, I'd say a few simple things can make your trip smoother. When dining, try not to stick chopsticks upright in your rice – it reminds people of incense for the deceased. Also, it's polite to offer the eldest at the table the first bite or pour tea for others before yourself. If someone gifts you something, receiving it with both hands shows respect. Oh, and a small "thank you" in Chinese – "xièxie" (谢谢) – always brings a smile!

Don't worry too much though; people are quite understanding with visitors. Just being polite and curious goes a long way. Hope you have a great time here!

Avoid sticking chopsticks upright in rice, receive gifts with both hands, and greet elders with a slight nod—these simple rules will make your trip to China much smoother.

just come to experience!

By the way, if you eat some things quietly, it'll better for you. However, different places have different cultures in China, so you don't worry about it. Some people will like you to talk some interesting things during the eating time, like my family.

Here are key local customs and etiquette to keep in mind as a tourist in China: Firstly, avoiding giving clocks (homophonic to "funeral" in Chinese) or pears (homophonic to "separation"), and present gifts with both hands as a sign of respect. Secondly, let elders or hosts start eating first; don't stick chopsticks upright in rice (it resembles a funeral ritual); and avoid tapping bowls with chopsticks (it's seen as rude to beggars).

I think maybe you can buy some products refrigerator magnet which can attach to your fridge, and it can symbolize some famous tourist of the sites.

When you meet someone and you want to greet him you just shake hands with him.

I think you should know qipao a kind of costume demonstrating China traditions. Besides, I think you should also learn some good traditions of China in the past by reading some Chinese classics.