On Wednesday afternoon（2 September） , two optional excursions are available. At registration, participants may select either route, or elect not to take part.
Route 1: Yuyuan Garden + City God Temple + The Bund
路线一：豫园+城隍庙+外滩
Time: 13:00 – 17:30
- 13:00 | Depart from TDLI | By coach
- 13:30–13:45 | Gather and depart | Meet at the south gate of Yuyuan Garden
- 13:45–15:15 | Yuyuan Garden (in-depth visit) |
- A masterpiece of Ming‑style classical gardens
- Jade Rock (one of the three famous stones in Jiangnan)
- Spring Hall (former site of the Small Sword Society uprising)
- 15:15–15:45 | City God Temple (cultural experience) |
- Taoist architecture
- Time‑honored local snacks
- Intangible cultural heritage crafts
- 15:45–16:15 | Transfer to the Bund | By air‑conditioned coach
- 16:15–17:30 | The Bund (digital art & history tour) |
- “Exhibition of World Architecture” – colonial heritage buildings
- History of Shanghai’s opening as a port
- Development of Shanghai’s financial center
Target audience: Participants interested in the blend of traditional Chinese culture and modern technology.
Route 2: Shanghai Science & Technology Museum + Lujiazui
路线二：上海科技馆+陆家嘴
Time: 13:00 – 17:30
- 13:00 | Depart from TDLI | By coach
- 13:30–13:45 | Gather and depart | Meet at the south gate of Shanghai Science & Technology Museum
- 13:45–15:45 | Shanghai Science & Technology Museum (highlights tour) |
- History of modern science and technology in China
- Achievements in aerospace and aviation
- Evolution of life sciences
- 15:45–16:15 | Transfer to Lujiazui | By air‑conditioned coach
- 16:15–17:30 | Lujiazui (fintech & modern city experience) |
- Shanghai’s modern financial hub
- Iconic landmarks: Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai Tower, etc.
- 30‑year history of Pudong’s development
Target audience: Participants interested in science, technology and modern urban development.
Note: The schedule is subject to change.
