Field Trips For Learning Chinese History And Scenic Spots

To meet the need of university students or individuals who are interested in learning Chinese or any aspect of Chinese culture, short-term programs are offered at Sichuan University. These programs are offered both during semesters and during summer/winter vacations.

FIELD TRIPS FOR LEARNING CHINESE HISTORY AND SCENIC SPOTS
Field trips for learning Chinese history and ethnic groups are designed for institutions or individuals who come in a group. Trips are offered all year round, normally lasting 1-2 weeks. Field trips normally combine with workshops on a particular topic.

1.Topics and Study Sites
a. Chengdu, a Historic City
With lectures on the city of Chengdu, visits are to historic places of interest in the city including: Du Fu Thatched Cottage, Marquis Wu’s Temple, Sanxingdui History Museum, Sichuan University Museum, Bamboo Park.

b. Buddhism and Mount Emei
Lectures are given on Buddhism; visits are to the temples in Mount Emei, one of the four major Buddhist Mountains in China, and sightseeing in the mountain area.

c. Daoism and Mountain Qing Cheng
Lectures are given on Daoism, visits are to a Daoist temple in the city Qingyang Temple and Daoist temples in Mountain Qing Cheng. It also includes sightseeing in the mountain area and a visit to one of the oldest irrigation systems in the world, Dujiangyan Irrigation System.

d. Visit to the Giant Panda Breeding and Research Base
Brief introduction will be given about Giant Pandas, a short trip will lead you to the Giant Panda Breeding and Research Base.

e. Tours to the Regions of the Ethnic Groups
This tour provides students with opportunities to study ethnic groups such as the Yi, Tibetan and other minority living in Sichuan. Tours will include Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong scenic spots.

2.Fees
Vary depending upon topics and length of workshop.

OTHER FEES TO PAY

Item Fee
Registration Fee 35 USD
Room
(per person per day ) simple standard room 2.5 USD
standard room 5 USD
Meal
(USD per person per day; or at the students own choice at student cafeteria) 5-8 USD
Textbooks and Materials Pay the actual cost
Tours Pay the actual cost