Fifteen international students from 11 countries have visited Tianmushan town in Lin'an district, Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, as part of the 2026 "Discover Beautiful Villages" program for international residents in Hangzhou.

The event offered participants an opportunity to explore Tianmu Mountain National Nature Reserve and Yueliangqiao village.

The students studying Chinese in Hangzhou experienced rural life and learned about local environmental protection, community services, and development initiatives. The program aimed to give them a firsthand understanding of China so they could share their experiences with audiences back home.

Yueliangqiao village has become a national 3A-level tourist attraction through rural development initiatives. Formerly unused facilities have been converted into guesthouses, while a senior care center, 5G connectivity, and smart healthcare services have improved residents' quality of life.

By connecting international youth with local communities, the program aims to foster cross-cultural understanding through direct experience of China's rural development.