To enhance academic exchange and broaden participation, the conference will take place across two nearby venues. Day 1 will be held at Faculty of Science Building, Zhejiang University (Zijingang Campus). Days 2–3 will be held at the Ou Ya Mei International Hotel, where participants will also be accommodated. The two venues are within walking distance of each other (approximately 15 minutes), ensuring convenient access throughout the conference.

Registration Day (30 October 2026, Friday)
Registration will take place at Ou Ya Mei International Hotel in the afternoon.

Day 1 (31 October 2026, Saturday)

Faculty of Science Building, Zhejiang University
Address: Hainayuan Building 4, Zijingang Campus, Zhejiang University, Wuchanggang Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
中文地址：杭州市西湖区五常港路浙江大学(紫金港校区)海纳苑4幢

Day 2-3 (1-2 November 2026, Sunday - Monday)

Ou Ya Mei International Hotel
Address: 859 Shixiang West Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
中文地址：浙江杭州西湖区石祥西路859号

Inter-Venue Access
The hotel venue and the university venue are located in close proximity, approximately 1 km apart. Participants may conveniently walk between the two venues.
A shuttle bus service will be arranged between the hotel and the university venue during the conference date. Detailed transportation arrangements will be announced prior to the conference.

Travel

By Plane

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport(HGH) serves as a major hub for both domestic and international traffic. As one of China’s key gateway cities, Hangzhou is well connected, with direct flights available from numerous global destinations. If direct flights are not available, you can fly to Beijing, Shenzhen, Guangzhou or Shanghai first (Among these major cities, Beijing is far while Shanghai is close to Hangzhou).

To venue
· Taxis: Taxis are readily available. To assist the driver, you can print out the name of the hotel (杭州欧亚美国际酒店) and show it to them. The ride to the hotel takes approximately 60 minutes and costs about CNY 170/ USD 25.
· Subway: You will get on at Airport Station and get off at Xixi Wetland North Station (11 stops), then get on the bus No.7149 at Nan Hengtang Station and get off at Yujiacun Station (4 stops), then walk 870m.

By Train

If you choose to take the railway to Hangzhou, it’s convenient for you to opt for a train from your city to Hangzhou East Railway Station or Hangzhou West Railway Station.

For instance, if you come from Shanghai, most time you can get on from Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station or Shanghai North Station and get off at Hangzhou East Railway Station.

Train tickets can be purchased on the national rail website.

To venue
Hangzhou East Railway Station:
· Taxi: The ride to the hotel takes approximately 40 minutes and costs about CNY 76/ USD 12.
· Subway: You will get on at TrainEast Station and get off at Jiangcun Station (13 stops), then walk 2km.

Hangzhou West Railway Station (closer) :
· Taxi: The ride to the hotel takes approximately 15 minutes and costs about CNY 31/ USD 4.5.
· Subway: You will get on at TrainWest Station and get off at Jiangcun Station (6 stops), then walk 2km.

Tips
For non-Chinese attendances, “Bring Me to Venue” card is available, you can show it to taxi driver and then they will take you to the venue.

Ouyamei International Grand Hotel
Address: 859 Shixiang West Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China

Discounted Accommodation Price:
King Room: CNY 358 / USD 52 per night, including one buffet breakfast
Twin Room: CNY 358 / USD 52 per night, including two buffet breakfasts

Hotel Reservation Process
To facilitate accommodation arrangements for all participants, all attendees are kindly requested to complete the hotel reservation form in advance, as all booking requests and preferential rates are based on the submitted information.

Please scan the QR code or click the link below to submit your booking request:

[ICMMP] Hotel Reservation Form

After submitting the reservation form, participants may proceed with hotel booking through one of the following recommended methods.

For Domestic Scholars (China):
Please contact the hotel manager directly to confirm your accommodation needs:
Mr. Hong Yang (杨泓)
Tel: +86 15067068064

For International Scholars:
Please send an email to icmmp2026@mdpi.com to indicate your booking request, with reference to the submitted reservation form. The conference secretariat will coordinate with the hotel. A reservation is considered successfully confirmed only after receiving an official confirmation email from the conference secretariat.

Important Notice:
· All room charges are to be paid directly at the hotel upon check-in. Accepted payment methods are: VISA, Mastercard, UnionPay, AliPay, WeChatPay and Cash (RMB).
· The hotel reservation form is mandatory for all participants. Requests submitted without completing the form will not be processed and will not be eligible for the discounted rate.
· The conference team provides assistance in coordinating accommodation requests but does not guarantee room availability, and are subject to hotel availability.

Other Accommodation Options
We want your stay in Hangzhou during the conference to be as good as possible. With that in mind, we have searched for some other hotels near the venue to make your accommodation choice easier. However, those hotels are only a suggestion, there's no discount nor pre-book associated to them.

Please be advised that the listed prices are subject to change based on market conditions and are provided for informational purposes only:

Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province, is a city with a rich history and a vibrant culture. Known as the "Land of Fish and Rice" and "the State of Profound Culture", Hangzhou boasts a history that dates to the Liangzhu Civilization, approximately 5000 years ago. The city was a significant capital during the Wuyue Kingdom and the Southern Song Dynasty, and it played a pivotal role in the development of Chinese civilization.

Route 1: West Lake Cultural Tour

Morning: Tour West Lake scenic area (2-3 hours)
- Start at the famous Su Causeway (苏堤), a 2.8km tree-lined path with six elegant bridges
- Continue to Bai Causeway (白堤), known for its peaceful willow trees and lake views
- Take a traditional wooden boat ride for unique perspectives of the lake

Afternoon: Cultural Exploration (3-4 hours)
- Visit Lingyin Temple, one of China's largest and most significant Buddhist temples
- Explore Flying Peak's ancient Buddhist rock carvings, dating back to the 10th century
- Stop by Feilai Peak Grottoes featuring over 470 Buddhist statues

Evening: West Lake's Ten Scenes (Optional)
- Start at Broken Bridge for the famous "Broken Bridge in Snow" view
- Visit Leifeng Pagoda, a five-story tower offering panoramic lake views
- Take a boat to Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, best viewed at sunset
- Evening visit to Impression West Lake show

Route 2: Historical Culture and Modern Lifestyle Tour

Morning: Historical Streets Exploration (3-4 hours)
- Walk the Southern Song Imperial Street, a well-preserved medieval thoroughfare
- Visit Hefang Street's traditional medicine shops and tea houses
- Watch craftsmen create paper fans and scissors at local workshops

Afternoon: Cultural Museums (4-5 hours)
- West Lake Museum: Learn about the lake's 2,000-year history through interactive exhibits
- China National Silk Museum: Discover silk-making processes and ancient textile artifacts
- Optional: Tea Museum to understand Dragon Well tea cultivation

Evening: Nature and Urban Experience
- Xixi Wetland National Park - China's first wetland park
- Take a traditional boat through waterways
- Visit restored ancient water villages
- Watch bird life in their natural habitat

Modern Hangzhou
- Shop at Hubin Yintai, a luxury shopping complex
- Explore Qinghe Fang's boutiques and art galleries
- Try fusion restaurants mixing traditional and modern cuisine

Local delicacies
- West Lake Vinegar Fish - sweet and sour black fish
- Dragon Well Shrimp - shrimp cooked with famous local tea
- Beggar's Chicken - chicken wrapped in lotus leaves and clay
- Dongpo Pork - braised pork belly named after poet Su Dongpo

All visitors to China must meet the following entry requirements:

- Valid travel document (with a minimum validity of 6 months);
- Onward/return ticket;
- Entry facilities to next destination;
- Sufficient funds to stay in China;
- Visa for China (*if applicable).

Click here to view the list of countries eligible for China's Mutual Visa Exemption, Unilateral Visa-Free, and Visa-Free Transit policies.

Request for Visa Application Document(s) - Invitation Letter
If, for visa purposes, you require an invitation letter to allow you to travel to China, please email the following details to the conference secretariat at icmmp2026@mdpi.com :

- Photocopy of your passport;
- Name (as it appears on your passport);
- Passport number;
- Nationality;
- Date and Place of Birth;
- Place of Issue;
- Date of Issue: dd/mm/yyyy;
- Expiration Date: dd/mm/yyyy;
- Country of departure;
- Job title;
- Organization;
- Mailing address;
- Email.

Kindly ensure that you have completed your registration and made payment before sending in your request for your visa application document(s) to the conference secretariat. The document(s) will be prepared and sent by email. Failure to provide the above information will result in the delay of your invitation letter.