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title: 'Nix CN Meetup #2 Guide'
description: 'Nix CN Meetup #2 is the second Nix-themed meetup in China. We aim to bring together Nix enthusiasts, developers, and practitioners to share usage experiences, best practices, and real-world applications of Nix.'
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    label: 'Meetup #2 Guide'
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Nix CN Meetup #2 is the second Nix-themed gathering in China. We aim to bring together Nix enthusiasts, developers, and practitioners to share their experiences, best practices, and use cases of Nix in various scenarios.

## Event Information

- **Date (UTC+8):** 2025/12/27 (Sat.) ~ 2025/12/28 (Sun.)
- **Venue:** [101 Dong Shangyuan Building（东上院）](https://ids.sjtu.edu.cn/build/goRoomPage?param=54870d87298ecd296ef8a0048d8bab4c79eee9f4a5af6afd5ce469bb3834663c9f443d6632843771451540f4171589d4), Minhang Campus, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  (800 Dongchuan Road, Minhang District, Shanghai)

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    Register (Chinese)
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    Propose a talk (Chinese)
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    Request Souvenir Customization
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## Event Groups

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    Telegram event group
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    Matrix event group
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## Transportation

### Arriving in Shanghai

Shanghai is accessible by air or by rail. The city has two major airports — **Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)** and **Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)** — and several railway stations, including **Shanghai Hongqiao Station**, **Shanghai Station**, **Shanghai South Station**, and **Shanghai Songjiang Station**.
Arriving via Jinshan North Rail Station or Nanxiang North Rail Station is possible but strongly discouraged because they are exceptionally far from the venue. Please pay attention to the distinctions when purchasing tickets.

Due to the considerable distance from all aforementioned transport hubs to the venue, please take careful note of the **first and last service times** of public transportation (metro, bus, etc.) and allow ample time for transfers.

#### Shanghai Pudong International Airport

**Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)** is one of the main airports serving domestic and international flights. It has Terminals T1, T2 and satellite terminals connected by the Pudong Airport APM. Please **reserve extra time** since the airport is large and crowded.
Metro Line 2, Maglev, and the Airport Link Line stop at **Pudong Airport Terminal 1 & 2** Metro Station.

From **Pudong Airport Terminal 1 & 2** Metro Station, you may reach the venue using the following route:

- First taking **Airport Link Line**, then transfer to **Metro Line 15**
    - Last Airport Link Line train departs at **22:00**.
    - Take the Airport Link Line (headed toward Hongqiao Terminal 2) and get off at **Jinghong Road** Station, then transfer to Metro Line 15 (transfer passage ~800 m).
    - Take the Metro Line 15 (headed toward Zizhu High-tech Park) and get off at **Zizhu High-tech Park** Station. Some trains short-turn at Shuangbai Road; transfer if needed.
    - Take Exit No. 6 and walk approximately 500 meters west along **Dongchuan Road** to reach the **South Gate of Minhang Campus, SJTU**.
      Alternatively, take Exit No. 7 and walk approximately 50 meters north along **Lianhua South Road** to reach the **East Gate 3 of Minhang Campus, SJTU**.
    - Fare: **21 CNY**.

#### Shanghai Hongqiao Transportation Hub (including both Airport and Railway)

The **Hongqiao Hub** integrates **Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station** and **Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport** (including T1 and T2), It is served by two metro stations: "**Hongqiao Railway Station**" and "**Hongqiao Terminal 2 Station**". If arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, you can take the metro from either "Hongqiao Railway Station" or "Hongqiao Terminal 2 Station". However, if arriving by air (T2), please use "Hongqiao Terminal 2 Station".

From the metro station of **Hongqiao Terminal 2 Station** or **Hongqiao Railway Station**, you may reach the venue using the following route:

- First taking **Airport Link Line**, then transfer to **Metro Line 15**
    - Airport Link Line frequency: ~15 min; last train **22:00**.
    - Take the Airport Link Line (headed toward Pudong Airport) and get off at **Jinghong Road** Station, then transfer to Metro Line 15 (transfer passage ~800 m).
    - Take the Metro Line 15 (headed toward Zizhu High-tech Park) to **Zizhu High-tech Park** Station.
    - Take Exit No. 6 and walk approximately 500 meters west along **Dongchuan Road** to reach the **South Gate of Minhang Campus, SJTU**.
      Alternatively, take Exit No. 7 and walk approximately 50 meters north along **Lianhua South Road** to reach the **East Gate 3 of Minhang Campus, SJTU**.
    - Fare: **9 CNY**.
- **Bus Minhong Line 2**
    - Frequency: 15–20 min (subject to holiday adjustments).
    - Tickets are available for purchase via the “江南定制专线” WeChat public account (select 闵虹 2 线（下行）- 虹桥高铁站 - 东川路枢纽站). Purchase at boarding point are also possible, subject to ticket availability.
    - Get off at **Dongchuan Road Transit Hub** Station and walk/ride approximately 1500 meters east along **Dongchuan Road** to **Siyuan Gate of Minhang Campus, SJTU**.
    - Fare: **13 CNY**.

#### Shanghai Railway Station

**Shanghai Railway Station** serves both high-speed and conventional lines.
It is served by Metro Lines 1, 3, and 4 at the metro station named **"Shanghai Railway Station"**.

From **Shanghai Railway Station** Metro station, you may reach the venue using the following route:

- First taking **Metro Line 1**, then transfer to **Metro Line 5**
    - Take the Metro Line 1 (headed toward Xinzhuang) and get off at **Xinzhuang** Station, then transfer to Line 5 (transfer passage ~100 m).
    - Take the Metro Line 5 (headed toward FengXian New City / Minhang Development Zone) to **Jianchuan Road** Station.
    - Take Exit No. 1 or 2 and walk/ride west approximately 1000 meters along **Jianchuan Road** to **North Gate 1 of Minhang Campus, SJTU**.
    - Fare: **6 CNY**.

#### Shanghai South Railway Station

**Shanghai South Station** handles both HSR and conventional lines.
It is served by Metro Lines 1, 3, and 15 at the metro station named **"Shanghai South Railway Station"**.

From **Shanghai South Railway Station** Metro station, you may reach the venue using the following route:

- **Metro Line 15**
    - Take the Metro Line 15 (headed toward Zizhu High-tech Park) to **Zizhu High-tech Park** Station.
    - Take Exit No. 6 and walk approximately 500 meters west along **Dongchuan Road** to reach the **South Gate of Minhang Campus, SJTU**.
      Alternatively, take Exit No. 7 and walk approximately 50 meters north along **Lianhua South Road** to reach the **East Gate 3 of Minhang Campus, SJTU**.
    - Fare: **5 CNY**.

#### Shanghai Songjiang Station (Conventional Rail Only)

If traveling by high-speed rail, we do not recommend arriving at Songjiang Station. Please purchase tickets to Shanghai South Station or Shanghai Hongqiao Station instead. Only choose Songjiang Station if you are taking a conventional (slow) train.

Public transport from Shanghai Songjiang Station to the venue is inconvenient, so a taxi is recommended (Est. fare: 50–60 CNY).

### Arriving at the Venue

Venue: **101 Dong Shangyuan Building（东上院）**, located at southeast area of the campus, near South Gate 2 (currently closed). It is about 1200 m from Siyuan Gate and South Gate (both open), and about 1600 m from North Gate 1 and East Gate 3 (both open).

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## Accommodation

- **Shanghai Royal Century Hotel (Dalinghaowan International Convention Center)**
    - Reference price: **~400 CNY / night** (standard twin room).
    - Location: Northwest of the campus, ~800 m from North Gate 1.
    - Remark: Very spacious rooms, good facilities; interior style is old-fashioned and overly luxurious; restaurant quality is poor—dining at **Longhu Paradise Walk** nearby is recommended.

- **Huazhu Group Hotels (Ji Hotel, Hanting, etc.)**
    - Reference price: **~300 CNY / night** (twin room).
    - Location: 2, Southwest / northeast of the campus; all relatively far (1000+ m).
    - Remark: Among Huazhu brands, **Ji Hotel (Dongchuan Road)** is recommended.
      Nearby Hanting branches are not recommended, as they offer poorer service for a similar price.
