International youths enjoy 'I Love Shanghai Orientation' program

Divided into groups, the teenagers were required to travel on foot or using public transport options like shared bike, metro, bus and ferry to get to their stipulated destinations. Upon arrival, they had to take photos with Shanghai landmarks and have their task cards stamped.

Samichhya Karki, a 13-year-old Nepalese student, said the experience was a memorable one.

"I made many friends from around the world today. I hope to make more international friends like this in the future," said Karki.

"I think the camp is really fun and interesting and it creates an environment where we are able to make friends with people we probably won't meet otherwise. Also, Shanghai is a beautiful city. I absolutely love it!" said Isabel Katharine Braithwaite, a Swedish teenager who has lived in Shanghai for three years.

Tomonari Nakano, a Japanese student, shared the same sentiment.

"I can feel the sense of ebullience of Shanghai life through this activity," he added.

The 16th Shanghai International Youth Interactive Friendship Camp started in Shanghai on July 13 and will ends on July 21.