International Workshop on Computational Science and Education


(IWCSE 2005 Beijing, China)

Time: August 29 - September 02, 2005

Location: Capital Normal University, Beijing, CHINA






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Note: The information below about Ziyu Hotel and airport transportation at Beijing Airport are for reference only, which are compiled according to the following (non official) websites:
1. Ziyu:
http://www.orientaltravel.com/hotel/city/det_Ziyu_Hotel_Beijing.htm?submit=detail
2. Beijing Airport:
http://www.chinaadviser.com/beijing_airport.html

Please comfirm with local organizing committee for updated and accurate information.
Thank you!


For questions/comments about local information, such as hotel reservation, transpotation (airport pick up), etc. please contact
Dr. Jiequn Li
Tel: 0086-10-68907074(O)
jiequan@mail.cnu.edu.cn
Department of Mathematics
Capital Normal University, Beijing, China.
More information (about updated workshop schedule, lecture rooms, available devices, and so on) is available at the reception hosted by the organizing committee, 5:30-7:00 pm, 08/28 at Ziyu.  Please come and join in us for snacks, soft drinks, friendly conversation as well as the warmest welcome from the workshop organizing committee.
(Please ask the front desk for directions to the reception).
Accommondation

a. Hotel

Zi Yu Hotel, Beijing, opposite side of the main gate of the university, five minutes walk from the campus:

Xi San Huan
Beilu Zeng Guang Lu 55
Beijing, China
Tel: (86-10) 68411188
Fax: (86-10) 68413188

Zi Yu Hotel is located in north of Hangtian Bridge in Xisanhuan of Beijing. It is easy access to the business center or shopping area. It is 30 minutes drive from China Century Altar, China National Military Museum, the Summer Palace, Beijing World Park and other business zone.  The hotel offers Canton Cuisine, Sichuan noodles with fried brown sauce paste of the old Beijing and pan-fried cake, etc.  More information can be found at
http://www.orientaltravel.com/hotel/city/det_Ziyu_Hotel_Beijing.htm?submit=detail
The local committee has negotiated a discount rate, $25-$30 per night, including breakfast. The registration fee will including
•    soft drinks during coffee break of the workshop;
•    meal tickets and a banquet ticket;
•    workshop program brochure, other workshop masteries.


    For regular participants (invited speakers are not included):

   Before 08/12, please indicate on your registration form for your hotel reservation.  Please also inform the organizing committee if you wish to cancel your reservation 48 hours before your arrival

  After and on 08/13, please contact either the hotel directly or Dr. Jiequan Li for reservation. Please note,
rooms and rates will be based on availability and are subject to change.

b.  Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be served by Ziyu hotel.  
     Conference banquet will be served at: TBA

c. Lectures will be held at the Lecture Halls of CNU (next to the main office of the Department of Mathematics).


2. Transportation at Beijing airport
 
(Information provided by http://www.chinaadviser.com/beijing_airport.html)

Taxi: Metered taxis are available at the airport (journey time to the city center: 40-60 minutes); Passengers should have the destination written in Chinese or indicated on a map (you may download the address in Chinese here)

Taxi: - fare: CNY 90
From airport, by Taxi: 27 kilometers or 35 minutes / CNY80 - 100 / $9.60 - $12.00,USD.
By Car: Approx 17mls/28kms east of city

Public Transportation:

Bus: The Airport-City Shuttle Bus departs from outside Arrivals and takes three routes into the city: Xidan, Gongzhufen and Zhongguancun. The most popular route is to Xidan in central Beijing, a short walk from the Forbidden City.

The other routes are to Gongzhufen in western Beijing and to Zhongguancun in the city’s northwest district; the shuttle also stops at major hotels.

Bus: (to/from Xidan, Xichanganjie) - fare: CNY 12
By Bus: Shuttle buses run around clock between China Aviation Building and airport every 30 minutes. Fare CNY16 / $2 USD


3. Climate


The climate in Beijing is of the continental type, with hot and dry summers, but the late August is moderate and comfortable. The average daytime temperature is around 26.

Foreign Currency Exchange & Banking
The local currency is Chinese Renmingbi (RMB). Major foreign currencies such as the U.S. Dollar, Euro, British Pound (Pound Sterling) can be changed at the airport or authorized banks. It is possible that you may have trouble in changing money into local currency if you bring currencies other than the ones mentioned above. Banking hours are 9:00 to 17:00, Monday through Sunday except on National Holidays.

3.Insurance
All conference participants are strongly advised to carry a proper travel and health insurance. The conference cannot accept liability for any accidents or injuries that may occur during the conference. Please consult your travel agency regarding the matter.

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Capital Normal University Tel:010-68902354 Email: iwcse2005@mail.cnu.edu.cn