There is a raining period during the summer months. Winds can reach gale force and typhoons are not unheard of. POST 3 - 5 days. There are 5 bus routes in he city. Fares should be agreed in advance.
Violent crime is quite rare although residential burglaries and pick-pocketing is a problem.
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