Yangzhou, a dazzling gem nestled in the central Jiangsu Province of China, on the northern bank of the Yangtze River and at the southern tip of the Jianghuai Plain, has long been renowned for its rich history and profound cultural heritage. It holds the honor of being one of China's first national historic and cultural cities and is esteemed as the "First City of the Grand Canal in China," speaking volumes about its historical status and cultural value.
As the birthplace of the Grand Canal and the leader in its application for World Heritage status, Yangzhou witnessed the grand occasion in 2014 when the Chinese Grand Canal was proudly inscribed on the World Heritage List. The Yangzhou section, with its unique charm and features, stands as an indispensable part of this world-class cultural corridor.
To this day, Yangzhou has not only preserved ancient buildings and cultural traditions that bear witness to the vicissitudes of time but has also breathed new life and vigor into itself in the tide of the times, becoming a city that blends classical charm with modern vibes. Here, the shimmering waters of Slim West Lake, the quaint tranquility of Mengcheng Post, the natural scenery of Zaolin Bay, and the morning and evening bells of Daming Temple all draw tourists from all corners of the world to explore its unique allure.
扬州，这座镶嵌在中国江苏省中部、长江北岸与江淮平原南端的璀璨明珠，自古以来便以其悠久的历史和丰富的文化底蕴著称于世，荣膺中国首批国家历史文化名城的殊荣，被誉为“中国运河第一城”，其历史地位与文化价值不言而喻。
作为大运河的滥觞之地与申遗的领航者，扬州在2014年见证了中国大运河荣耀入列世界遗产名录的辉煌时刻，其中扬州段更是以其独特的韵味与风貌，成为了这条世界级文化走廊上不可或缺的一环。
时至今日，扬州不仅完好地保存了那些见证岁月沧桑的古建筑与文化传统，更在时代的浪潮中焕发出新的生机与活力，成为了一座集古典韵味与现代气息于一身的都市。这里，瘦西湖的碧波荡漾、孟城驿的古朴静谧、枣林湾的自然风光、大明寺的晨钟暮鼓，无一不吸引着四面八方的游客前来探寻其独特的魅力所在。
Conference participants may need a Chinese visa to enter China. Specifically, those who are not Chinese citizens, except passport holders from Singapore, Brunei, and Japan, need a Chinese visa. Participants can apply for a visa at the Chinese embassy or consulate in the region in which they live. To avoid uncertainty, participants will be advised to apply for a visa as early as possible. It is recommended that they apply for a Chinese visa at least 1 month in advance.For most attendees, it is easier to apply for a Tourist ("L") visa; an invitation letter is NOT required for obtaining a Tourist visa.
72-hour or 144-hour visa-free transit policy:
Currently,38 exit-entry ports in 18 provinces, autonomous regions andmunicipalities directly under the Central Government of China have implemented the 72-hour or 144-hour visa-free transit policy for foreignnationals from 54 countries.
54 countries:
Albania, Argentina ,Australia, Austria，Belarus,Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia，Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, lceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, Montenegro, the Netherlands, New Zealand, North Macedonia，Norway, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, the Republic of Korea, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
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* For more details about Chinese VISA Application, please visit:
http://cs.mfa.gov.cn/wgrlh/lhqz/lhqzjjs/201311/t20131101_961583.shtml.
Necessary materials to apply for Chinese Visa
1) A passport which is valid for at least six months following the date of submission, with an entire blank page available for the visa
2) One Visa Application Form of the People's Republic of China, which is filled clearly with true, authentic and complete information and signed by the applicant
3) One recent, 2 inch full-faced and bareheaded passport photo (the daily life photo, photo copy or digital photo printed on the ordinary paper shall not be accepted)
4) Other materials related to the visa application, deemed as necessary by the visa officer
For more information, please contact the local Chinese Embassy in your country. Alternatively, participants may ask their travel agents to arrange their travel to China.
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