Nearly 90 international students from 28 countries have taken part in the 2026 "International Students Discover Hangzhou" program, visiting innovation hubs, trendy districts, historic streets, and civic engagement centers in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, to gain firsthand experience of the city's diverse character.

At Unitree Robotics' exhibition hall in China Digital Valley, the students learned about the company's humanoid robot developments and Hangzhou's advances in technological innovation. They then explored Anfang Shanzeli Art District's art installations and naked-eye 3D displays that reflect the city's contemporary youth culture.

The group also visited Changhe Old Street, where well-preserved architecture from the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911) and a distinctive T-shaped street layout offer a glimpse into traditional life in Jiangnan (the southern regions of the lower reaches of the Yangtze River). Students learned about the Lai family's cultural heritage and its tradition of combining farming with education.

The program offered participants a firsthand look at Hangzhou's technological innovation, creative industries, and historical heritage, allowing them to deepen their understanding of the city and share their experiences with audiences in their home countries.