Venue & Registration Arrangement
Day 0 (Oct 30, afternoon): Registration only
Registration desk will be set up at Ou Ya Mei International Hotel for attendees to check-in.

Day 1–3 (Oct 31 – Nov 2): Registration & Main Conference
All on-site registration and conference sessions will take place in Room 312, Physics Building, Zhejiang University.

Registration Hotel Information
Ou Ya Mei International Hotel
Address: No.859 Shi Xi West Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou
中文地址：浙江省杭州市西湖区石祥西路 859 号欧亚美国际大酒店

Venue Information
Institute for Advanced Study in Physics, Zhejiang University
Address: No. 866, Yuhang Tang Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou
中文地址：浙江省杭州市西湖区余杭塘路866号浙江大学物理高等研究院

Travel
On-campus Transportation
For participants staying at Ou Ya Mei International Hotel, a complimentary campus shuttle bus will be provided to the main conference venue.
- Departure: 08:40 every morning (Oct 31 – Nov 2)
- Departure location: Ou Ya Mei International Hotel (North Gate 2 of Zhejiang University)
- Destination: Room 312, Physics Building, Zhejiang University

Participants may also walk directly from the hotel to the venue. The walking distance is around 1 km, which takes approximately 12–15 minutes.

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 Hotel
· Taxis: Taxis are readily available. To assist the driver, you can print out the name of the hotel (欧亚美国际大酒店) and show it to them. The ride to Ou Ya Mei International 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 to Ou Ya Mei International Hotel.

To Venue
· Taxis: Taxis are readily available. To assist the driver, you can print out the name of the university (浙江大学) and show it to them. The ride to the hotel takes approximately 60 minutes and costs about CNY 170/ USD 25.
· Subway: Take the same route above (Airport Station → Xixi Wetland North Station, transfer to bus 7149 to Yujiacun Station), then walk 1.2km to Zhejiang University.

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.

Hangzhou East Railway Station
To Hotel
· Taxi: The ride to Ou Ya Mei International Hotel takes approximately 40 minutes and costs about CNY 76 / USD 12.
· Subway: Take the subway from East Railway Station to Jiangcun Station (13 stops). After exiting the station, walk about 2km north to Ou Ya Mei International Hotel (Zijingang Campus North Gate 2).

To Venue
· Taxi: Direct taxi ride to the Physics Building takes approximately 40 minutes and costs about CNY 76 / USD 12.
· Subway: Take the subway from East Railway Station to Jiangcun Station (13 stops). After exiting the station, walk about 2km northeast to Room 312, Physics Building, Zhejiang University Zijingang Campus.

Hangzhou West Railway Station (closer)
To Hotel
· Taxi: The ride to Ou Ya Mei International Hotel takes approximately 15 minutes and costs about CNY 31 / USD 4.5.
· Subway: Take the subway from West Railway Station to Jiangcun Station (6 stops). After exiting the station, walk about 2km north to Ou Ya Mei International Hotel (Zijingang Campus North Gate 2).

To Venue
· Taxi: Direct taxi ride to the Physics Building takes approximately 15 minutes and costs about CNY 31 / USD 4.5.
· Subway: Take the subway from West Railway Station to Jiangcun Station (6 stops). After exiting the station, walk about 2km northeast to Room 312, Physics Building, Zhejiang University Zijingang Campus.

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.

Ou Ya Mei International 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

Important Notice
Ou Ya Mei International Hotel is now fully booked for the conference period. The conference secretariat is no longer accepting new reservations for this hotel. Participants are advised to book one of the alternative hotels listed below.

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:

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.

1. Preparations Before Departure

1.1. Credentials/Documents
(a) Passport
(b) Visa if needed

1.2. Daily Necessities
(a) Masks, medicines (e.g., cold medicine/gastrointestinal medicine/anti-inflammatory medicine)
(b) Conversion plug, mobile phone card (open international traffic)



(c) Credit card and some cash; commonly used Alipay and WeChat

1.3. Hotel Information
To be announced

2. Local Life Tips

2.1. Public Safety
Chinese police number: 110
Chinese emergency number: 120
Fire alarm number in China: 119

2.2. Common APP

(a) How to Pay
· In China, you can enjoy convenient payments with just a mobile phone. Payment services such as Alipay and Weixin Pay are available.
Visa, Mastercard, JCB, Diners Club, and Discover cards can all be added.
This is a Alipay guide video: https://youtu.be/JcUKLoNyeUQ?si=rOfa1xkOO6PTrHzh

· Large supermarkets support direct visa/master credit card payment.
· Cash. If you need cash, you can withdraw RMB cash with your bank card at an ATM with logos of the corresponding bank card organizations. You can also directly exchange at bank outlets with currency exchange signs, outlets of qualified financial institutions, or self-service kiosks. Please consult the staff for currencies available.

(b) Transportation
Search routes: Gaode Maps, Baidu Maps
Public transportation: public transportation is well developed, generally take the bus, subway, use Alipay - you can swipe the electronic card to pay for the trip.

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