“Sustainable Wisdom in Cultural Heritage and Intelligent Manufacturing — Xi’an SDGs Study Tour
Program Highlights
Cultural Heritage Conservation | Intelligent Manufacturing & New Energy Innovation | Archaeology & Ancient Urban Planning | Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience | Hands-on STEAM Workshops | UN SDGs General Education Practice
This five-day immersive study tour takes place in Xi’an, the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties and the historic starting point of the Silk Road. The program bridges China’s profound cultural heritage with modern intelligent manufacturing, offering students a unique learning journey through history, technology, and sustainability.
Guided by the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the program integrates heritage conservation, industrial innovation, responsible production, and climate awareness into a contextualized and inquiry-based learning experience.
Participants will:
• Explore iconic heritage sites including the Ming City Wall, Hanyang Mausoleum, and the Mausoleum of Emperor Qinshihuang, examining the balance between urban development and cultural preservation
• Visit the Geely “Lights-Out” Intelligent Manufacturing Factory to understand automation, digital production systems, and new energy technologies
• Engage in hands-on workshops such as solar-powered model car assembly, terracotta warrior crafting, and traditional paper-cutting
• Experience living cultural heritage through Qinqiang Opera and immersive Tang Dynasty cultural districts
• Visit the Shaanxi Archaeology Museum to learn about excavation techniques and conservation technologies
• Participate in structured SDGs General Education modules connecting SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 9 (Industry & Innovation), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities), SDG 12 (Responsible Production), and SDG 13 (Climate Action)
Through experiential learning, interdisciplinary inquiry, and reflective output, students develop systems thinking, cultural confidence, innovation awareness, and global citizenship—bridging ancient wisdom with sustainable futures.
Upon successful completion, students will receive an SDGs Practice Certificate issued under the PEPPA framework, supporting their academic development and global competency building.

Participants
• Designed for Grade 7 students
• Group participation through schools recommended”