Introducing Chengdu

Chengdu, a city you won’t want to leave once you’ve arrived, is located in the center of Sichuan Province and is the political, economic, and cultural core of Sichuan Province. Chengdu Plain is a fertile land that has been rich and fertile since ancient times thanks to the Dujiangyan water conservancy project, and is known as the “Land of Abundance”.

Chengdu has a long history and rich tourism resources. More than 1,500 years ago, the Jin Dynasty poet Zuo Si sincerely called it "both noble and beautiful". "Poet Immortal" Li Bai and "Poet Sage" Du Fu have both praised this city. Chengdu is a leisurely, optimistic, peaceful, prosperous and free-spirited city. It is a paradise for pleasure, a cradle of beauties and a hometown of gourmet food.

Chunxi Road: The most prosperous street in Chengdu. Although there are many business districts now, no one can replace the status of Chunxi Road in Chengdu. It is also a pleasure to see beautiful women in Chunxi Road.

Kuanzhai Alley: The newly built Kuanzhai Alley represents the new development of Chengdu’s old culture. The alley contains Chengdu’s ancient folk art and authentic Sichuan cuisine.

Jinli: Jinli is most beautiful in the evening, when red lanterns are lit, shadow plays are performed on the stage, and the snack street in the back alley is bustling.

The life of Chengdu people can be summed up in one word: leisure. Look at the people sitting in the teahouses on the streets and alleys, drinking tea and playing mahjong, with happiness and pride on their faces. You can get up in the morning and eat a bowl of soybean milk and fried dough sticks at a roadside stall, spend the morning reading books and newspapers, go to a fly restaurant at noon to order a few dishes, and then spend the afternoon in the street garden. Those who know how to play cards can try a few games, and those who love to drink tea should not miss the fresh tea leaves, or just take a nap in the sun. In the evening, feel the dynamism and joy in the passionate Jiuyan Bridge and Lan Kwai Fong.

Best time to travel

The best time to travel in Chengdu is from March to June and from September to November, when the climate is comfortable and convenient for travel.

If you are visiting Chengdu during the sultry summer or the cold winter, it is recommended to choose the surrounding summer resorts such as Qingcheng Mountain, Dujiangyan, Tiantai Mountain, Longchi Forest Park; or go to Jiuzhaigou and Xiling Snow Mountain to enjoy the snow.

Clothing Index

In spring and autumn, you can dress normally. The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so it is best to bring a thin shirt and windbreaker to prevent colds. In summer, it is hot and humid, so it is best to wear windproof clothes and carry mosquito repellent with you to prevent mosquitoes. In winter, the temperature is usually above 0℃, and your feet will be cold on rainy days, so it is best to wear thick clothes.

Consumer Index

The consumption level in Chengdu is almost the same as that in first-tier cities such as Beijing and Shanghai. Noodles in restaurants cost at least 15 yuan per bowl, and even 10 yuan in small alleys.


Top 5 must-see attractions in Chengdu

1. Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding

The closest giant panda base to Chengdu city, where you can have close contact with pandas and experience the cute national treasures with your own eyes

2. Kuanzhai Alleys

Drink a bowl of tea, eat Sichuan cuisine, and experience the customs and culture of old Chengdu.

3. Dujiangyan Scenic Area

A large-scale water conservancy project built in ancient times and still in use today

4. Wuhou Temple

Memorial Site for Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei and Heroes of Shu Han

5. Du Fu Thatched Cottage

Du Fu's former residence when he lived in Chengdu, a "holy place" in the history of Chinese literature.