Event Location

Travel to Beijing

Beijing, the capital of China, is a bustling metropolis rich in history and culture. The city is served by two major airports: Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), located approximately 32 km northeast of the city centre, and the newer Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), situated about 46 km to the south. There are numerous international flights to Beijing from major cities worldwide, including London, Paris, New York, Tokyo, and Sydney, as well as frequent domes tic flights connecting Beijing to other Chinese cities.

Transport from the Airports to the conference venue (Xijiao Hotel Conference, 18 Wangzhuang Rd., Wudaokou, Haidian District, Beijing, China, 100083)

• From Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK):

Airport Express Train: The train runs every 10–15 minutes, connecting Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 to key metro lines in the city. Tickets cost 25 RMB (about 3.5 USD).
Taxi: A direct ride to downtown Beijing costs approximately 100–150 RMB (14–21 USD) depending on traffic and distance.
Airport Shuttle Bus: Several routes connect PEK to various parts of the city for around 30 RMB (4 USD).

• From Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX):

Daxing Airport Express Train: Connects the airport to the city centre in about 20 minutes, costing 35 RMB (5 USD).

Taxi: A ride to downtown Beijing is around 200 RMB (27 USD).

Both airports offer efficient and affordable public transport options, it convenient to reach your hotel or place of residence. Taxi services are also widely available for a more direct and comfortable journey.

Visa Support

Participants requiring a visa to enter China should begin the application process many months in advance of their departure date, as processing times may vary. For country-specific visa requirements, please consult the official website of the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in your country. If you need an official letter of invitation to attend the 76^th ICCP Meeting, please send your request to iccp2025@outlook.com.
Notes: The invitation letter is intended solely to facilitate your visa application and does not guarantee visa approval. The Organizing Committee cannot contact or intervene with Chinese embassies or consulates on behalf of applicants.

The venue for the meeting is the Xijiao Hotel, located in Beijing, near the China University of Mining and Technology (Beijing). The Xijiao Hotel is conveniently situated within close proximity to numerous hotels, the university, and several dining and shopping options, it an ideal location for the event.
The ice-breaker party will take place at the Xijiao Hotel Banquet Hall, providing an excellent opportunity for attendees to network and connect in a relaxed setting.
Additional Information
To view the schedule of the event, please click on this link: [Schedule].
The location of the venue, along with some of the nearest hotels, can be found on the following map.

Xijiao Hotel (4 Stars)

Address: 18 Wangzhuang Rd., Wudaokou, Haidian District, Beijing, China

Website: https://www.booking.com/Share-N3uXma

Located within walking distance of the venue, the Xijiao Hotel provides comfortable lodging with excellent facilities and proximity to the event venue.

Ji Hotel / Exchange Center of China University of Mining & Technology (Beijing)

Address: Ding 11, Xueyuan Rd., Haidian District, Beijing, China

Website: https://au.trip.com/hotels/beijing-hotel-detail-122805557/quan-ji-jiu-dian/

This hotel offers modern amenities and is situated near the venue, it an excellent choice for participants seeking convenience and comfort.

For any questions regarding accommodation or logistics, please contact the Organizing Committee for assistance.

Schedule of the field trip

• Sept 22: Departure at 14:00  from Beijing by high-speed rail and arrive in Shuozhou (Shanxi Province) at ~19:00.

• Sept 23: Visit Antaibao open pit mine, the famous open pit coal mine in China.

• Sept 24-25: Visit Jinci Temple and Pingyao Ancient City, and return back to Beijing.

Antaibao open pit mine

The Antaibao Coal Mine, a famous open pit coal mine in China, is located in the Pingshuo Mining District, Ningwu Coalfield. The Ningwu Coalfield, in a N-E trend, covers a total coal-bearing area of ~2760 km² (~160 km long and ~ 20 km wide) in the central-northern Shanxi Province. The major coal-bearing strata in the basin include the Benxi and Taiyuan Formations (both Late Carboniferous) and Shanxi Formation (Early Permian) with a total average thickness of 182.8 m. The coals from Antaibao open pit mine are also rich in critical elements such as Ga, Li, rare earth elements and Y, and Al.

Prof. Shifeng Dai
Address: China University of Mining and Technology (Beijing), D-11, Xueyuan Road, Haidian District, Beijing, China 
Email: iccp2025@outlook.com; daishifeng@gmail.com 

For fieldtrip, please contact Prof. Beilei Sun
Address: Taiyuan University of Technology, No.79 West Street Yingze, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, China
Email: sunbeilei@tyut.edu.cn